The Berwyn Fire Company was dispatched to Rt. 202 Southbound just prior to the West Valley Rd. overpass for an automobile fire at 2:48 p.m. in Tredyffrin Township.

Engine 2-2 arrived on location with a passenger vehicle engulfed in flames on the shoulder of the highway. The crew quickly extinguished the fire within minutes of arrival. Traffic was temporarily shut down in all Southbound lanes so firefighters could safely operate.

The occupants of the vehicle were able to safely exit the car without injury. Berwyn firefighters cleared the fire scene by 3:30 p.m.

Here are some important safety tips from the NFPA and AAA if your car catches on fire:

Stop – If possible, pull to the side of the road and turn off the ignition. Pulling to the side makes it possible for everyone to get out of the vehicle safely. Turn off the ignition to shut off the electric current and stop the flow of gasoline. Put the vehicle in park or set the emergency brake; you don't want the vehicle to move after you leave it. Keep the hood closed because more oxygen can make the fire larger.

Get Out – Make sure everyone gets out of the vehicle. Then move at least 100 feet away. Keep traffic in mind and keep everyone together. There is not only danger from the fire, but also from other vehicles moving in the area.

Call for Help – Call 9-1-1 or the emergency number for your local fire department. Firefighters are specially trained to combat vehicle fires. Never return to the vehicle to attempt to fight the fire yourself. Vehicle fires can be tricky, even for firefighters.

Images & Credit: PENNDOT Region 6 Traffic Camera