Bus explodes into flames in suspected arson attack in Forster

Police have launched a search for a woman after a bus – which had been carrying 60 passengers – exploded into flames in the NSW mid-north coast.

Around 60 passengers on the bus had to be evacuated and the driver was treated for smoke inhalation at the scene, after the bus burst into flames about 1.15pm on the corner of Lake and West streets in Forster.

The driver is believed to have had a “close call” after he made sure all passengers were evacuated safely before the fire took hold.

Police are currently searching for the woman.

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