Key Facts
• June 13: A bus tire burst on Chuo Expressway in Chofu City, Tokyo.
• Cause: L-shaped metal debris on the road punctured the right front tire.
• 24 passengers onboard; no injuries reported.
• Incident captured on camera at 5:00 PM, showing smoke and flying debris.
• Bus maintained balance, slowed down, and stopped on the shoulder safely.
• A truck also punctured its tire on the same debris.
• Police recovered the metal piece and classified the case as property damage.
• NEXCO Central Japan urged secure cargo fastening and regular inspections.
• Replacement bus arranged for passengers after the incident.
Summary
On June 13, a bus traveling on Tokyo’s Chuo Expressway in Chofu City experienced a tire burst caused by L-shaped metal debris on the road. The incident, captured on camera, showed smoke and debris flying as the bus maintained balance and safely stopped on the shoulder. All 24 passengers were unharmed, and a replacement bus was arranged. A truck also suffered a punctured tire from the same debris, which was later recovered by police and classified as property damage. NEXCO Central Japan emphasized the importance of securing cargo and conducting regular inspections to prevent such incidents.
