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BWM catches fire on Highway 24 in Lafayette: video
By Alex Baker at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
LAFAYETTE, Calif. (KRON) -- A BMW caught fire on Highway 24 not far from Lafayette BART Station Friday afternoon. A KRON4 reporter drove by the scene around 1:30 p.m. and captured video of the car fire. In the video, traffic can be seen slowing to get around a first responder vehicle while firefi...
Key takeaway (KRON) -- A BMW caught fire on Highway 24 not far from Lafayette BART Station Friday afternoon.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The car fire on Highway 24 near Lafayette BART Station is a concerning incident that affects not only the motorists who witnessed it but also the broader community. This stretch of highway is a critical artery for commuters traveling between the East Bay and San Francisco , and any disruption to traffic flow can have a ripple effect on the entire region. The fact that firefighters were quickly on the scene to attend to the fire is a testament to the responsiveness of local emergency services. As the investigation into the cause of the fire continues, residents will be watching to see if there are any underlying issues with the highway or surrounding infrastructure that may have contributed to the incident. The proximity of the fire to the Lafayette BART Station also raises questions about the potential impact on public transportation and the need for coordinated emergency response plans in the event of future incidents.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LAFAYETTE, Calif. (KRON) -- A BMW caught fire on Highway 24 not far from Lafayette BART Station Friday afternoon. A KRON4 reporter drove by the scene around 1:30 p.m. and captured video of the car fire. In the video, traffic can be seen slowing to get around a first responder vehicle while firefi...
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