Press Release From The JUTC - May 31, 2026
Spanish Town, St. Catherine — The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) is providing an update regarding a bus fire incident that occurred at approximately 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the JUTC lay-by at the Spanish Town Transport Centre.
Preliminary reports indicate that a bus assigned to Route 22 had pulled into the lay-by when members of the bus crew observed sparks coming from a cellphone charging port located at the rear of the vehicle. The crew immediately responded and attempted to extinguish the sparks using the onboard fire extinguisher. Despite their efforts, a fire subsequently developed and engulfed the bus.
Importantly, there were no passengers on board the bus at the time of the incident. No passengers or bystanders sustained injuries as a result of the fire. The driver and dispatcher received minor injuries while responding to the incident. Both individuals were treated at hospital and released on the same day.
The Jamaica Fire Brigade and the Jamaica Constabulary Force responded promptly to the scene and are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. The JUTC is pleased to report that there was minimal disruption to service arising from the incident, and operations at the transport centre continued with limited impact to commuters.
The safety of our passengers, employees and the wider public remains our highest priority. JUTC is fully cooperating with the relevant authorities as investigations continue.
Further updates will be provided to the public as additional information becomes available.
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Was a phone being charged at the time or immediately prior to fire
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