Truck Driver Extinguishes Fire with Snow in Äänekoski

Flames broke out from beneath a truck trailer at the intersection of Peräpohjantie and Ouluntie in Äänekoski on Sunday evening. The fire department was called for assistance just before seven thirty in the evening. However, the truck driver managed to extinguish the fire himself by using snow, with additional help from a passerby who stopped to assist. According to the assessment of the on-duty fire chief, the vehicle probably did not suffer serious damage as a result of the incident. The truck was positioned at a bus stop when the fire occurred, which meant that no disruption was caused to other road users. It remains unknown whether the fire started while the truck was moving or after it had already come to a stop. The prompt actions of both the driver and the helpful bystander meant that emergency responders did not need to carry out extensive firefighting operations upon arrival. No injuries were reported during the event. Authorities have not yet determined the exact cause of the fire, but initial evaluations indicate that any damage to the truck was limited. The use of readily available snow proved effective in controlling the blaze before it could spread further. Local news coverage confirmed that rescue personnel found the situation already resolved when they reached the scene.