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Automobile
Truck tire burst in Jalandhar averts major crash
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 01:01 PM
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A moving truck in Jalandhar suffered a tire burst, but a serious accident was avoided.
A truck travelling on a road in Jalandhar, Punjab, experienced a sudden tire burst. The incident occurred while the vehicle was in motion, prompting the driver to bring the vehicle under control. Emergency services were alerted and arrived promptly at the scene. No injuries were reported, and the truck was safely moved off the carriageway to prevent traffic disruption. Authorities are investigating the cause of the tire failure.
The incident highlights the importance of regular vehicle maintenance, especially for heavy commercial vehicles that operate on busy highways. Local police have advised drivers to inspect tires for wear and pressure irregularities to avoid similar occurrences.
Traffic flow returned to normal after the truck was cleared, and no further complications were noted.
The incident highlights the importance of regular vehicle maintenance, especially for heavy commercial vehicles that operate on busy highways. Local police have advised drivers to inspect tires for wear and pressure irregularities to avoid similar occurrences.
Traffic flow returned to normal after the truck was cleared, and no further complications were noted.