A salt truck fire occurred in the middle of the night along Route 295 Northbound in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Little information was available about what caused the accident, but salt truck fires are not uncommon. They often happen when friction occurs in the spreading mechanism or when the truck’s wiring is damaged. Hot components near the salt hopper, hydraulic fluid leaks, and debris buildup in trucks can all increase the risk of fires.
When an accident occurs and people suffer losses due to the mistakes of the truck owner, that owner could be held accountable. In a situation like this, police and others may investigate what took place to determine if the owners maintained the vehicles properly or, as is not uncommon if the vehicle was used properly. Mistakes here could make the company liable for any losses they cause to others. Talk to a Camden County truck accident lawyer today.
The Fire Department Got It Under Control Quickly
In this accident, Squad 13, Battalion 13, and Lawnside Squad 272 all reported to the accident scene and brought the fire under control. There were no further details about what caused the fire released by police.
If you are hurt in a truck accident of any type, and you learn poor maintenance was the cause, hold the truck company or truck owner accountable. Contact our legal team at Kwartler Manus to learn your legal rights and the steps you can take to recover fairly. With guidance from a truck accident attorney, you can feel better about your future.