Auto-rickshaw catches fire in Visakhapatnam

An auto-rickshaw parked at BC Road, Gajuwaka in Visakhapatnam caught fire on Tuesday morning.

The three-wheeler which contained bundles of bed rolls was burnt beyond recognition and the stock loaded in the auto-rickshaw were burnt to ashes.

Fire tenders reached the spot to bring the blazing auto-rickshaw, used as luggage carrier, under control. However, no loss of life was reported. The mishap happened near Deva restaurant, BC Road.