Machilipatnam Express train catches fire

Andhra Pradesh: A major fire mishap broke out in Machilipatnam Express when it reached Indupalli Railway station around 10.30 on Friday.

Flames were released from the engine when the driver noticed and alerted the authorities. The authorities asked the passengers in the two compartments behind the engine to step down from the train.

The on-time arrival of fire tenders brought the situation under control after dousing the fire. No casualties have been reported in the incident.