Bus Fire Near Düsseldorf Airport Causes Traffic Disruptions on A44

A bus caught fire shortly after exiting the Düsseldorf Flughafentunnel, leading to a temporary closure of the A44; no injuries were reported.

A long articulated bus caught fire on the A44 near the Düsseldorf Flughafentunnel on Saturday afternoon.
The bus driver, the only person on board, safely stopped the vehicle on the side of the road and escaped uninjured.
Eyewitnesses reported heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of the bus, prompting a large response from emergency services.
The A44 in the direction of Velbert was temporarily closed during firefighting and cleanup efforts, causing significant traffic delays.
Specialized teams were called to address an oil spill left on the roadway, and the road was reopened after approximately two hours.