In another shocking event, a Mercedes Benz vehicle exploded earlier today on Borrowdale Road, just past Harare Drive towards Helensvale.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, causing significant traffic disruptions and raising concerns about the safety of the vehicle.
Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud bang around midday, followed by a plume of thick, black smoke rising into the sky.
The explosion was so powerful that it shattered nearby windows and sent debris flying across the road, creating a chaotic scene.
Emergency services were quickly dispatched to the site.
Firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the blazing inferno, while paramedics attended to potential casualties.
Initial reports indicate that the vehicle was traveling towards Helensvale when the explosion occurred.
It remains unclear what caused the blast, but authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the root cause.
Speculations range from a mechanical failure to a possible deliberate act, but no official statement has been released yet.
Witnesses at the scene described their horror and disbelief. “I was driving a few cars behind when I heard the explosion. It was like nothing I’ve ever heard before. The car just went up in flames instantly,” said one driver who narrowly escaped the blast.
Just yesterday, two dramatic accidents occurred along Mutare Road near the Mabvuku turn-off, leading to significant pile-ups in both incidents.
ALSO READ: PHOTOS: Tragic collision at Mabvuku turnoff
The collisions caused extensive damage and resulted in considerable traffic disruptions.
The exact cause of the accidents is still under investigation.
