Chervetport, Los Angeles (ktal/kmss– The authorities are investigating after a passenger bus wrapped in the message of “Invitation to Jesus” in which the fire caught on Wednesday, which sparked a huge explosion in the north of Sharifport, Louisiana.
SFD Fire Fire Department (SFD) said that the first call came at 2:37 pm, and upon its arrival, the respondents found a transit system bus in the SPORTTRAN region, which was actively burned, with an open relief valve and fire exploded from one of the compressed natural gas fuel tools (CNG).
Fortunately, firefighters said that the driver and all the passengers had gone out of the bus and were a safe distance.
The firefighting Ministry said that firefighters are working quickly with the Sherfort Police Department to secure the scene of the accident and create the safety environment to preserve passers -by and the next traffic movement at a safe distance.
SFD stated that shortly after his arrival, the fuel tank was torn, the fire rises quickly and the bus wanders in the fire.
The mayor of Srifport Tom Arseno issued a statement on Thursday morning about the explosion, praising the work of the Sportran driver for direct rescue. The mayor also praises the CEO of Sportran, Dinero Washington for his immediate response and leadership in withdrawing all compressed natural gas buses quickly from service pending inspection and investigation.
Mayor Arkino said: “Our city is grateful for the courage and rapid thinking it showed yesterday.” “The behavior of the Sportran bus driver has undoubtedly saved lives. In a moment of danger, her reaction was without hesitation, and to ensure that all passengers are released safely before the fire escalated. She is a real public employee and a hero.”
The mayor also expressed his appreciation for the leadership of Deniro Washington, CEO of Sportran, because of his immediate work in suspending the operation of all CNG buses temporarily while investigating the cause of the fire.
Mayor Arkino said: “The proactive approach to Mr. Washington and his commitment to public safety are exactly what we expect from our vibrant leadership.” “His quick decision has been made to establish the CNG fleet with the safety of the bicycles and drivers in mind, and we support it completely as the investigation continues.”
Sportran announced on Thursday that it had searched all forty CNG buses, allowing the service to appeal.