Car Caught Fire on the Vienna Beltway

On May 8, around 11:20 PM, the professional fire brigade and police were deployed at Hernalser Gürtel in Vienna. Reader reporter Ihsan Y. observed the incident and sent photos to VIENNA.at.
Sudden Smoke from Engine Compartment: Car Fire at Hernalser Gürtel in Vienna
Upon inquiry, police spokesperson Michaela Rossmann informed us that the car driver, who was with another person in the vehicle, suddenly noticed smoke developing in the engine compartment while driving and quickly stopped the car on a side road. The car then caught fire.
Christian Feiler, spokesperson for the Vienna professional fire brigade, confirmed that the emergency services were alerted to Hernalser Gürtel/corner of Ottakringer Straße. Upon arrival, the vehicle was already on fire.
The fire was extinguished under respiratory protection, after which the MA48 took care of the removal. The operation lasted about an hour. According to the police, the vehicle sustained significant property damage, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.
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