An Onnibus coach caught fire Thursday afternoon in Porvoo, Finland. Thick smoke billowed from the bus at a stop near the Western Mannerheimintie bridge. Multiple rescue units responded to the emergency scene.
The blaze started when the bus's rear wheel bearing overheated during operation. Rescue services cooled the area and managed traffic flow. No passengers suffered injuries in the incident.
The bus company did not immediately respond to requests for comment about the fire. Onnibus operates budget long-distance coach services across Finland, competing with traditional carriers through lower fares.
This incident highlights the maintenance challenges facing budget transportation providers. While no one was hurt, equipment failures on busy routes could pose serious risks to passengers and other road users.
Local authorities confirmed the fire was contained quickly. The bus sustained substantial damage to its rear section.