A vehicle burst into flames after a highway crash in Beverly, and an off-duty firefighter is being called a hero for helping the driver get out.
A car caught fire after crashing into Mass. Route 128 in Beverly Thursday morning, police said.
The crash sent a person to the hospital, according to state troopers; their condition wasn't immediately available.
Images from the scene show flames erupting from the car, which ended up with its rear fender perched on the highway's railing.
The crash was reported about 8 a.m., police said.
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