Liquor-Laden Lorry Catches Fire Near Bankura Warehouse; Driver Escapes

• A liquor-laden lorry caught fire in its driver's cabin near a government liquor warehouse in Bhadul, Bankura.
• The incident occurred on Friday morning while the helper was cooking on a gas stove inside the cabin.
• The driver and helper narrowly escaped the blaze, which was quickly brought under control by warehouse staff using fire extinguishers.
• Locals believe a major disaster was averted despite the highly flammable cargo.
• Bankura Sadar Police Station police and fire brigade arrived later, and an investigation has been launched into the cause, suspected to be the cooking gas stove.

Why It Matters: A liquor lorry's cabin caught fire in Bankura, but quick action prevented a major disaster.