Vehicle catches fire on Ortega y Gasset Avenue and causes alarm near Metro station

Santo Domingo,- A vehicle caught fire this Tuesday afternoon while traveling on Ortega y Gasset Avenue, near the Juan Ulises García Saleta station of the Santo Domingo Metro, corresponding to Line 2 of the Santo Domingo Metro. The incident was captured on video by people in the area, where the car is seen engulfed in flames in the middle of the road, causing concern among drivers and pedestrians.

So far, no official details have been offered about the causes of the fire, nor has it been confirmed whether there were any injured people as a result of the incident.

The situation caused a momentary interruption of traffic on this important avenue in the National District, while citizens stopped to observe what happened and vehicular congestion formed in the area.

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Drivers traveling through the area chose to divert their routes, while onlookers stopped to observe the scene, which also contributed to traffic congestion. The relevant authorities are still investigating the case to determine what caused the fire and to establish responsibilities, if applicable. More detailed information about this incident, which caused alarm in the middle of a public road, is expected to be offered in the coming hours.