A truck loaded with cylinders overturned, the area was shaken by explosions; the driver saved his life by jumping.

 

A truck carrying gas cylinders overturned in Tamil Nadu's Ariyalur district, causing multiple explosions and flames visible from afar. The truck contained over 100 cylinders. The driver suddenly applied the brakes to save a dog, causing the truck to overturn. The driver jumped out and saved his life. A major tragedy was averted due to the absence of any habitation nearby.

The truck went out of control while turning

While traveling on the Thanjavur-Ariyalur Highway, the truck was about to take a turn near the Pillaiyar Temple. A dog suddenly appeared in front of the truck. To avoid hitting it, the driver suddenly applied the brakes, causing the truck to lose control and overturn near a roadside drain.