From VICE · Stephen Andrew Galiher · · 50s
MUNA Bus Fire After Tour Announcement
MUNA's bus caught fire on the 5 Freeway as guitarist Naomi McPherson steps back from tour due to mother's terminal illness.
In brief
MUNA's bus caught fire on the 5 Freeway as guitarist Naomi McPherson steps back from tour due to mother's terminal illness. MUNA's bus fire on the 5 Freeway in Burbank occurred after guitarist Naomi McPherson announced her mother's terminal illness, with all members safe. Originally reported by VICE.
MUNA Bus Fire
Pop band MUNA's bus caught fire on the 5 Freeway in Burbank, CA on Oct. 19, 2026.
No Injuries Reported
Firefighters contained the blaze but no one was injured after the bus fire on the 5 Freeway.
Guitarist Steps Back
Guitarist Naomi McPherson announced she was taking a step back from MUNA due to her mother's terminal illness.
Tour Continues
MUNA completed tour dates with a temporary guitarist after McPherson's mother passed away.
At a glance
MUNA's bus fire on the 5 Freeway in Burbank occurred after guitarist Naomi McPherson announced her mother's terminal illness, with all members safe.
