PHOTOS: Car catches fire on Prince George roadway
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PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- A car caught fire in the travel lane of a Prince George County roadway on Labor Day.
At about 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 1, firefighters with Prince George County Fire and EMS were called to the intersection of Birdsong and Griffin roads for report of a vehicle fire.
When they arrived, they found a car on fire in a travel lane.
Labor Day vehicle fire at Birdsong and Griffin roads. (Photo: Prince George County Fire and EMS)
Labor Day vehicle fire at Birdsong and Griffin roads. (Photo: Prince George County Fire and EMS)
Firefighters put out the fire quickly before it could spread, per officials. Thankfully, no one was hurt.
If your vehicle ever catches fire while you're on the road, remember these tips from the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA):
- Pull over. As soon as you are safely able to do so, pull over and turn off the engine.
- Get out. Get everyone who is inside the vehicle out of it.
- Do not try to fight the fire. Do not try to put the flames out. Do not open the hood or trunk if you think the fire is under there, as it could cause the fire to grow.
- Get away and stay away. Move everyone at least 100 feet away from the vehicle, remaining aware of any nearby traffic. Do not return to the vehicle for any reason.
- Call for help. As soon as you are out of the vehicle and at a safe distance, call 911.
