A bike caught fire near Indian Oil Petrol Pump at Makli, Shillong on Saturday, August 1

The fire was caused when the petrol filling metal nozzle fell into the hot engine while being pulled out of the tank at the petrol pump

When the bike rider kicked start the Suzuki Fierro 2003 model, it caught on fire

The owner pushed it out of the vicinity of the petrol pump and petrol filler employees rushed with sand and a fire extinguisher and doused the fire

No loss of life, injuries were reported.

This is a reminder to all vehicle owners to ensure proper and safe filling of fuel

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