Breaking News – No Injuries After Mercedes SUV Engulfed In Flames On Highway 401 At Cobourg

In Editor Choice, Local

A 2011 Mercedes SUV was destroyed by fire on Highway 401 at Cobourg on Thursday, November 21, 2019.

Alnwick/Haldimand Fire Department, Hamilton Township Fire Department and Cobourg Fire Department responded to the fire at approximately 3:35 p.m. on the westbound Highway 401 off-ramp at County Road 45 in Cobourg.

The two occupants from Colborne pulled over on the westbound off-ramp at Cobourg after they saw smoke coming from the vehicle.

They made it safely out of the vehicle before it was engulfed in flames.

No exact word on how the fire started and the off-ramp was closed for approximately one hour.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

The VOS Theatre Announced the Cast of Disney’s Frozen at Their Annual General Meeting

Local students awarded the Ruth Harcourt and Garth Watson Scholarships The VOS Theatre group announced that local students Mark Nugent

Read More...

Downtown Cobourg Walk Offers Snapshot of Community Life

Even a short walk around downtown Cobourg can reveal something new, especially during the busy summer months. Some sights reflect

Read More...

Video – Taking A Golf Break In Victoria Park

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fS4t4BfRAA Friends spent a few minutes driving a few golf balls in Victoria Park on Thursday, June 18, 2026 around

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu