The driver of the bus that caught fire this afternoon in the White House area, Funchal, was taken to hospital, confirms a fire department source.
Luckily all the passengers were able to get out in time and no injuries have been reported as the tourist bus was consumed by flames.
According to an early report, the fire started as a result of a mechanical breakdown.
Samantha Gannon
info at madeira-weekly.com
Photo: JM
