Automated Fire Incident Handling and Emergency Protection System for Bus
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15662/IJEETR.2026.0802095Keywords:
Bus safety, Smoke detection, GPS tracking, IoT based monitoring, Emergency alert system, microcontroller, Public transportation safetyAbstract
Fire accidents in public transportation buses present health injuries in public transportation buses present a severe risk to passenger safety and public assests. In many situations, delayed detection and manual emergency response lead to severe damage and loss of life. This paper proposes an automated fire incident handling and emergency protection system for buses that operates with minimal human intervention. This system continuously monitors the bus environment using fire and smoke sensors. Real time status updates are displayed on an LCD screen ti inform the driver and passengers. When a fire related threat is detected, the system immediately activates an alarm to alert occupants. An exhaust fan is triggered to reduce smoke concentration, improving visibility and breathing conditions inside the bus. To ensure safe evacuation, the bus doors are automatically opened. A GPS module tracks the bus vicinity and sends emergency indicators to fire stations and hospitals for rapid response. All system operations are managed by a microcontroller to ensure fast, accurate and reliable execution. The proposed system follows an automated and structured workflow, where all safety actions re triggered based on real time sensor inputs. The integration of sensing, alerting and communication mechanisms ensures a coordinated emergency response. The system is designed to be energy efficient, reliable, and easily adaptable to existing bus infrastructure. This solution enhances passenger safety, minimizes response time, reduces panic during emergencies, and provides a cost effective fire safety system for public transport.
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