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Car catches fire after crash in South Windsor
SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. (WTNH) — A two-car crash on Route 5 near Governors Highway caused a car to catch fire Sunday night, fire crews said.
Crews from the South Windsor Fire Department were dispatched to the scene at about 9:42 p.m.
When they arrived, the driver of the car that caught fire was out of the vehicle. Chief Cooney said a bystander of the crash helped get the driver out of the car.
The first vehicle rolled over into the tree line, then caught fire. Crews said the driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries as a result.
Fire crews said the flames were stubborn and ultimately used foam to put it out.
The second car's driver received minor injuries and DEEP also responded to the scene, according to crews.
Officials say Route 5 will remain closed in both directions as the scene remains active.
This is an open investigation. Check back later for more details.
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