Magnolia, NJ (January 19, 2022) – Around 10 a.m. on Wednesday morning, January 19, two people were killed in a fatal firetruck accident in Magnolia.
According to Camden County officials, the accident happened at the intersection of White Horse Pike and Warwick Road. A vehicle was traveling in the area when it entered the intersection and collided with a firetruck. Both of the vehicles remained at the scene but were extensively damaged. Police confirmed that there was a massive fuel spill due to the accident.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Two people inside the van were pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. Two firefighters inside the truck were taken to Jefferson-Stratford Hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
The roadway was entirely blocked in the area of the intersection for an extended period of time. This led to delays until police were able to clear the scene.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Firetruck Accidents in Pennsylvania
Emergency vehicles are some of the largest vehicles on our roads but the drivers of these vehicles are also some of the safest. As they travel to their destination, firefighters and paramedics must utilize the roads in a way that protects those around them. However, they are not free from all accidents. Hundreds of lives are still taken due to emergency vehicle-related accidents in the U.S. every year. In 2019 alone, in fact, it is estimated that approximately 170 people were killed in fatal crashes involving emergency vehicles. If you have sustained the loss of a loved one in one of these accidents, you should have the help of an attorney on your side.
Losing somebody you love in a fatal accident can have a huge impact on your life. Having an attorney on your side can help you navigate the legal system for the first time, especially because wrongful death claims are known for being incredibly complex. Many different parties have the ability to bring a wrongful death claim, including the following:
- Spouse of a loved one
- Child of a loved one
- Other dependents of a loved one
It is never easy to come to terms with the loss of a loved one. It is even harder to grieve as the bills keep piling up. This is why you should seek the urgent help of a Magnolia wrongful death attorney as soon as possible after a fatal crash.
Magnolia Firetruck Accident Attorneys
Because the aftermath of a fatal firetruck accident can be a difficult thing to face, our attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help you. Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be a complicated and ongoing process. The legal process is not always easy for someone to understand. Because of this, our attorneys offer our help when you need it the most. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Magnolia at (215) 600-0681 for more information on how we can help you in your time of need.
Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post including local and state media and news sources, local and state police incident reports, social medial platforms as well as eyewitness accounts about serious accidents that take place in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, please contact Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. A post will be removed upon request.
Disclaimer: The photos used in this post were not taken at this accident scene. All information contained in this post is informational and not intended to be considered legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.
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