Truck rollovers pose a significant threat to road safety as they often have drastically greater consequences for drivers, fleet operators, and the public. While much attention is paid to what causes a rollover, more attention should be given to how to prevent a rollover. While cause and prevention are closely […]
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Truck fire extinguished in Centurion
Our Fidelity SecureFire team was dispatched to a truck fire in Centurion, where they worked quickly to control and extinguish the blaze. Did You Know! Truck fires pose unique risks due to size, fuel load, and cargo. However, our team acted with precision, bringing the situation under control safely and […]
Truck on fire on the R59 Northbound in the Alberton area
Gauteng – Truck on fire on the R59 Northbound in the Alberton area, between Flip Riverside and Swartkoppies Road. Traffic is heavily backed up. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes and exercise caution in the area. Suburban Control Centre
Heavy motor vehicle fire on the N1 highway in Centurion
On Thursday morning our Centurion crew responded to a heavy motor vehicle on fire on the N1 highway in Centurion. Upon arrival, our team found the vehicle well alight and assisted the fire emergency services in safeguarding the scene until the fire was safely put out. Luckily no one was […]
Truck on fire on the N14 Southbound after Ramp to N1 North/N14 West
On the N14 Southbound after Ramp to N1 North/N14 West The truck is on fire. Emergency services are en route. No updates were received on the well-being of the driver The left lane is closed. Free-flowing traffic. Suburban Control Centre What are the factors contributing to vehicle fire? https://t.co/uYLxrUT3Da #ArriveAlive […]
Truck fire extinguished in the East Rand
Shout out to our amazing SecureFire team, who put their lives at risk every day to ensure a safer community for all! Our fire truck and team were attending to a fire during the early hours of the morning in East Rand. Thanks, team. We salute you! #FidelitySecureFire #fightingfires Investigation […]
What to do in a truck fire
While there are many factors affecting road safety in the trucking world causing loss of life and extensive damage, not enough attention is paid to truck fires which present a great risk both here and internationally. The United States has an estimated 7 000 truck fires annually. The CEO of […]
A tanker carrying paraffin was on fire on the N12 at Witbank
A tanker carrying paraffin was on fire on the N12 at Witbank. Due to the flames, the N12 has been closed, and traffic is being diverted to the N4. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported so far. The exact cause of the vehicle fire is not yet known.
Three trucks caught on fire after welding works went wrong at a fuel truck company in Ekurhuleni
Two Articulate trucks and one Ridged truck, caught on fire after welding works went wrong at a fuel truck company in Ekurhuleni. Apparently sparks were blown out of control to nearby trucks. The City of Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS) firefighters responded swiftly and prevented a very catastrophic […]
Truck on fire N2 South Under Almond bridge
KZN Truck on fire N2 South Under Almond bridge Fire dept on scene. Approach With Caution 10:01 Vicinity of Winkel SA C.W.T (15-03-2025)