On Sunday, at around 17:38, a truck caught fire on the Via Dutra highway in Itatiaia, Rio de Janeiro, alarming passing motorists. The incident occurred at kilometer 317 in the direction of São Paulo. Fortunately, the emergency response, coordinated by the CCR RioSP, reported that no injuries occurred as a result of the fire, and the vehicle was safely removed to the base of the Federal Highway Police located at kilometer 233.

During the incident, one of the lanes was blocked until approximately 19:10, though traffic continued to flow through the remaining two lanes without causing significant congestion. The timely response from emergency services and the traffic management by CCR RioSP ensured that heavy traffic was avoided, enabling drivers to continue their journeys with minimal delay.

This incident highlights the potential dangers associated with heavy vehicles on busy highways in Brazil and the importance of effective emergency response systems to manage such situations. The lack of injuries is a silver lining, and the incident serves as a reminder for all drivers to remain vigilant on the roads, especially in high-traffic areas like the Via Dutra.