Driver escapes 'ferocious' Dundee car fire as emergency services rush to scene

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A driver has had a miracle escape after his car burst into flames on a major Dundee road. Fire crews rushed to Strathmartine Road shortly before 1pm today after a black Mercedes went up in flames.

The driver thanked a local for alerting him to the fire under his car and for helping him get to safety. Speaking to The local Courier newspaper, the driver said: “I was at the approach on the circle and another motorist told me flames were coming from the bottom of the car.“He pulled me just to get me out quickly as he knew how bad it was.DundeeLive brings you the latest headlines from Dundee and beyond.But did you know you all the ways you can stay informed with us?You can get our top stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily news updates.

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