A truck loaded with wheat flour caught fire on the BR-070 highway near Campo Verde, approximately 139 km from Cuiabá, Brazil. The incident reportedly occurred due to possible overheating of the vehicle's wheels. Firefighters from the 11th Independent Military Firefighter Company were alerted around 9:40 PM and arrived to find that the flames had already spread significantly across the section carrying the cargo, although the cab of the truck remained intact as the driver had successfully detached it from the rest of the vehicle.

The truck driver attempted to extinguish the fire with the vehicle's own fire extinguisher but was unsuccessful. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported in the incident, as confirmed by the Fire Department. The quick response from the firefighters was crucial in preventing the situation from escalating further, and they worked diligently to bring the fire under control.

This event highlights the risks associated with transporting flammable cargo, as well as the importance of vehicle maintenance to prevent overheating incidents. With the lack of injuries, the situation turned out to be manageable, but it serves as a reminder of the hazards present on Brazilian highways, particularly when carrying potentially dangerous loads.