A deadly fire ripped through a passenger bus in the tranquil Swiss town of Kerzers, leaving multiple people dead and several others injured in what authorities are describing as a major tragedy. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as the vehicle was engulfed in flames.
Deadly Fire Erupts on Busy Bus
The horror unfolded at around 6:25pm on Tuesday in Kerzers, a small town in the Fribourg canton of western Switzerland. A passenger bus suddenly burst into flames, quickly filling the area with towering fire and thick black smoke.
Police confirmed that several passengers lost their lives while others were injured in the blaze. Early reports indicate that at least six people died and multiple others were hurt in the incident.
A spokesperson for Fribourg cantonal police said:
Possible Deliberate Act Investigated
Investigators are now working to establish what sparked the blaze. Swiss authorities have indicated the fire may have been deliberately started by one person, though the investigation remains ongoing.
The identities of the victims have not yet been released as officials work to notify families.
Ongoing Rescue and Investigation
The exact circumstances surrounding the tragedy remain unclear. Police and fire investigators continue to examine the burnt vehicle while forensic teams gather evidence at the scene.
Officials have also set up support lines for relatives seeking information as the community grapples with the shocking incident.
Kerzers, located roughly 20 kilometres west of Bern, is typically a quiet town, making the scale of the emergency response and loss of life all the more devastating.
Authorities have urged the public to avoid speculation while the investigation continues.
This is a developing story and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
