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Parked Munich Taxi Destroyed by Fire With Cause Unknown

Police have opened an inquiry into the unexplained blaze.

Overview

  • The taxi, a Mercedes diesel sedan parked on Werinherstraße in Munich, caught fire in the engine compartment and burned out.
  • Fire crews spotted the blaze while driving past, tried a handheld extinguisher, and then called in a full engine when the flames kept growing.
  • Firefighters wearing breathing gear used a rapid-attack hose line—pre-connected for quick deployment—and foam to knock down remaining hot spots.
  • No one was hurt, and a nearby building was checked for smoke to ensure residents were safe.
  • Fire officials say they have no information on what started the fire, and police are now investigating.