Police rescue five, including two children, from burning car near Tarali river bridge in Umbraj

A car caught fire near the Tarali river bridge close to Korti village in the Umbraj area after it hit a barrier at the side of the road. The car was carrying two men, a woman and two young children, and the fire put the lives of all five at risk.

The accident took place within the limits of Umbraj police station, near the Tarali river bridge at Korti village. The car's registration number is MH 12 HZ 7002. Five people were trapped in the car and the fire had made the situation serious, so help had to reach them quickly.

Police personnel from Umbraj police station reached the spot immediately after getting news of the accident. Seeing the fire and the condition of the people trapped inside, the police began rescue work with presence of mind. They put out the fire and brought all five trapped occupants out safely.

The presence of two young children made the situation more worrying. But because of the speed of Umbraj police, all five occupants, including the two children, were pulled out unharmed. The timely rescue averted loss of life and a major tragedy.

Local people are praising the courage and promptness of the police. Their action in saving two men, a woman and two children is being talked about in the area.