On a Saturday afternoon, a taxi ignited in a dramatic fire on Kehä II near the Suurpelto interchange in Espoo, Finland. Witnesses described the blaze as very intense, with one bystander named Heidi stating that the heat from the fire was felt from their vehicle. Emergency services confirmed that they dispatched a unit to respond to the incident shortly before 3 PM.

Authorities from the Länsi-Uudenmaa rescue department corroborated the details of the incident and clarified that no personal injuries occurred due to the fire. Although the situation was alarming for onlookers, who feared for the potential explosion of the vehicle, the proficient response from emergency teams mitigated any risks and ensured public safety at the scene.

This incident draws attention to vehicle fires and their potential dangers, especially in busy areas such as Kehä II. While all passengers escaped unharmed, this event serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and rapid emergency response in preventing serious accidents during vehicle incidents on major thoroughfares.