Car Fire at Da Nang Gas Station Kills Two; Vehicle Carried Dozens of Batteries

A tragic incident unfolded in Da Nang, Vietnam, where a car fire claimed the lives of two young individuals, identified as T.H.T. (17) and D.A.K. (16). The vehicle, reportedly carrying a significant quantity of 24V batteries and electric vehicle batteries, erupted in flames while refueling at a gas station on May 1st. The driver, Võ Nguyễn Duy An (24), managed to escape, but the two passengers were trapped and perished.

The swift response of gas station staff and local residents helped contain the blaze, preventing it from spreading to the fuel tanks. However, the car was largely destroyed, and a fuel pump was damaged. The Da Nang police are actively investigating the cause of the fire, with initial findings pointing to the presence of numerous batteries as a critical factor.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers associated with transporting and handling large quantities of batteries, especially in densely populated areas. While the focus remains on the investigation, the community mourns the loss of two young lives and grapples with the safety implications of such cargo.