According to initial information, the incident occurred shortly after the roundabout Wooton. The bus will then head to the Convent Street, Curepipe.
Noting that the bus was engulfed in flames, passengers rushed to the emergency door to escape. But it was locked. One then had to break a glass panel to facilitate the evacuation of passengers. The fire two minor injuries. They received care at the hospital. Six statements were recorded against the company UBS to the police.
"I could have lost their lives since the emergency door would not open. I had to take part in tests this morning. I am not in a state of mind that allows me to take part in these exams in peace, "lamented a student on Radio Plus.
Asked for a reaction, Traffic Controler of UBS Bundhoo Ali, said he was "sad about what happened." He explains that it is for drivers to check that their vehicles are in good condition before leaving the garage. An internal investigation will be initiated to shed light on this incident, he promises.
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