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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — An auto-rickshaw (tuk-tuk) crashed or was hit. Passengers may be thrown.
The essentials if you need to act right now.
Clear traffic. Call 112. Check all riders. Press bleeding. Watch for gas smell.
What might I see? Observable signs — no diagnosis required.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Overturned auto, passengers on road, cracked CNG badge area.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Driver trapped under handlebar or canopy frame.
Optional deeper explanation — not required to act.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Autos lack seatbelts — ejection and head strikes are common at modest speed.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — CNG-fueled autos risk fire if cylinder damaged.
Check the scene before you approach.
Civilian-safe actions you can take.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Smell for gas. If strong odor, move everyone away before phones or sparks.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 with exact intersection or landmark.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Count all passengers — autos often carry 3–4 plus driver.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Keep thrown riders still until help arrives.
When and how to get professional help.
Thrown passengers need spinal assessment even if walking.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Stabilize victims and warn of CNG leak. Do not tamper with cylinder.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112. Say: "Auto-rickshaw accident at [location]. Possible CNG vehicle."
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Report number injured and consciousness.
Dangerous actions, when not to attempt rescue, and common myths.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT smoke or use lighter near damaged CNG auto.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT upright auto onto trapped leg without rescue guidance.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Auto passengers are safe because crashes are usually slow
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Without restraints, even low-speed tip-overs cause serious head and neck injury.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Victims stand and leave with undetected brain injury.
Other scenarios in the same family.
Pedestrian hit
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A person walking or crossing was struck by a car, bus, or other vehicle.
Hit and run
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A vehicle struck a person or cyclist and drove away. Victim needs help now.
Motorcycle crash
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A rider has crashed — you are the rider, passenger, or witness.
Train accident
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — A train has derailed, collided, or hit a person or vehicle. You are on board or nearby.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — All ejected or unconscious occupants need ambulance.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Burns or gas exposure need hospital evaluation.