A British family of four has died in a devastating crash while on holiday in Portugal, after their rental car collided with another vehicle and erupted into a fireball.
The victims – a man, woman, and two children – were killed instantly when their Renault Scenic flipped and caught fire following the collision on the EN125 road in the Algarve region.
Holiday Turned Nightmare
Emergency services rushed to the scene near Faro Airport on Tuesday afternoon, but were unable to save the family from the inferno. The driver of the second vehicle, a Portuguese man in his 50s, survived with serious injuries.
Shocking images from the scene show the complete destruction of both vehicles, with the family's Renault reduced to a charred shell by the intense blaze.
Community in Mourning
Local authorities have launched a full investigation into the cause of the crash, which occurred on a straight section of road in clear weather conditions. The British Foreign Office is providing support to the victims' relatives.
This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the potential dangers of driving abroad, particularly in unfamiliar rental vehicles. Road safety experts emphasize the importance of understanding local driving laws and conditions when travelling overseas.
