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A double-decker bus burst into flames on the A30 between Launceston and Bodmin, Cornwall - firefighters tackled the huge blaze as thick smoke caused major travel disruption.
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Bus fire causes major disruption as double-decker goes up in flames

Jade Knowles
Last updated: October 7, 2025 3:45 pm
Jade Knowles Published October 7, 2025
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The double-decker bus fire. (Jam Press/Launceston Community Fire Station)
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A huge vehicle blaze caused major disruption after a double-decker bus went up in flames.

Fire crews rushed to the scene and were met with the dramatic sight of the vehicle completely engulfed, with thick black smoke billowing into the sky.

Wearing breathing gear, firefighters used high-reach jets and thermal imaging cameras to battle the blaze before handing the scene over to police and Highways England.

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The incident took place on Tuesday (7 October) morning on the A30 between Launceston and Bodmin in Cornwall, as reported by Need To Know.

A double-decker bus burst into flames on the A30 between Launceston and Bodmin, Cornwall - firefighters tackled the huge blaze as thick smoke caused major travel disruption.
Launceston Community Fire Station attempting to extinguish the double-decker bus fire. (Jam Press/Launceston Community Fire Station)

At the time of writing (1pm 7 October), the road remains closed westbound while investigations continue, with diversions in place.

Drivers have been warned to expect delays and allow extra time for their journeys.

No one was hurt, but the dramatic inferno left commuters and onlookers stunned.

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A double-decker bus burst into flames on the A30 between Launceston and Bodmin, Cornwall - firefighters tackled the huge blaze as thick smoke caused major travel disruption.
The double-decker bus seen burnt out after the fire was extinguished. (Jam Press/Launceston Community Fire Station)
A double-decker bus burst into flames on the A30 between Launceston and Bodmin, Cornwall - firefighters tackled the huge blaze as thick smoke caused major travel disruption.
Launceston Community Fire Station attempting to extinguish the double-decker bus fire. (Jam Press/Launceston Community Fire Station)

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