Electric Amazon Van Hits Pole, Bursts into Flames

January 06, 2026 | River Vale, NJ

An electric Amazon delivery van struck a utility pole and burst into flames at the intersection of Collignon Way and Peter Place, triggering a hazardous materials response. Firefighters arrived on scene to handle the fiery crash, which occurred on Jan. 6 at approximately 1:56 p.m. Authorities requested the county haz-mat team to conduct a scan for potential risks associated with the electric vehicle.

Fire Department On Scene w/ elec Amazon van into a pole on fire, Request Company. Hazardous Materials to Scene.

No immediate reports of injuries were available, and the incident remains under investigation.

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