MUSCAT: An Omani student has tragically lost his life after a Tesla vehicle he was traveling in caught fire following a crash. According to initial reports, the incident occurred on a highway where the car veered off course and collided, igniting a blaze that engulfed the vehicle within moments.
Emergency services arrived promptly at the scene but were unable to save the student due to the intensity of the flames. The authorities are investigating the circumstances of the accident, including potential factors related to the vehicle’s battery and fire safety features.
This tragedy has sparked renewed discussions about the safety of electric vehicles, particularly regarding battery fires and crash resilience. Concerns over emergency response protocols and the need for improved fire suppression systems in EVs have been highlighted by experts.
Friends, family, and the wider Omani student community abroad have expressed deep sorrow over the loss, calling for greater awareness of EV safety and improved measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
