New Jersey | Mail Truck Fires

New Jersey Postal Truck fire

January 11, 2026December 9, 2025

A firefighter spraying water at a van engulfed in flames and thick smoke on a residential street, with houses in the background.

Upon arrival, Engines 3, 4, and 5 discovered a fully involved postal truck. Crews went to work extinguishing the fire and had it under control in minutes.

USPS mail truck catches fire in Warren County; no injuries reported

January 11, 2026November 7, 2025

A split image showing a postal delivery vehicle. On the left, the vehicle is heavily damaged and emitting smoke. On the right, the vehicle is engulfed in flames while parked on a road.

A U.S. Postal Service mail truck caught fire Thursday afternoon in the Panther Valley section of Allamuchy Township after the vehicle broke down on Bald Eagle, officials said.

New Jersey Mail Truck Fire

January 11, 2026May 21, 2025

A delivery truck with smoke and flames rising from the top, against a dark background. The side of the truck features text indicating a delivery service.

Mail ✉ Truck On Fire On Route 21

Egg Harbor Township firefighters respond to mail truck fire

January 11, 2026May 19, 2025

A damaged United States Postal Service delivery truck with smoke and visible damage to the front, parked on the roadside. Nearby vehicles and police presence can be seen in the background.

A fire destroyed a U.S. Postal Service truck Saturday in Egg Harbor Township.

ATF to assist with investigation into fire that consumed Postal Service truck, injured worker in Margate, NJ

January 13, 2026June 24, 2024

A white van engulfed in flames while parked on a street, with thick smoke billowing from the vehicle. Nearby, individuals are observing the situation, and a police officer is present.

MARGATE – The U.S. Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms will be assisting with an investigation into a fire Sunday that injured a Postal Service employee and consumed a Dodge Sprinter Postal Service truck.

Fire erupts in U.S. Postal Service truck in Jersey Shore

January 13, 2026June 27, 2023

Firefighters spraying water on a burnt delivery vehicle during a fire incident, with smoke billowing from the truck. A fire hose is positioned on the ground nearby, and trees are visible in the background.

BERKELEY – A U.S. Postal Service truck burst into flames in the South Seaside Park section this afternoon, prompting an emergency response from police and area firefighters.

Four Mail Trucks Catch Fire in Wayne, NJ on Memorial Day

January 13, 2026May 31, 2023

Two images of a burnt delivery vehicle, showing the severely damaged front and engine area. The vehicle's hood is open with charred components visible, and surrounding areas are covered in ash and debris.

For some reason, yet unknown, an engine compartment of one of the many white, boxy mail trucks that deliver mail to our homes caught on fire and engulfed the entirety of the front of the truck and passenger compartment.

New Jersey Mail Vehicle Fire

January 13, 2026May 6, 2023

A burned vehicle with charred remains visible on the ground, surrounded by debris, including pieces of paper and other items scattered around.

Another mail vehicle fire.. This time in New Jersey

Nutley Fire Department Reports No Injuries After Postal Vehicle Catches Fire

January 13, 2026June 13, 2022

A car emitting thick smoke on a street, with a firefighter nearby. Trees and buildings are visible in the background, suggesting a city environment.

According to Nutley Fire Department chief Henry Meola, the fire appeared to be limited to the engine compartment. Meola stated that the Nutley Police Department is still waiting for word from postal authorities regarding the disposition of the vehicle as the mail was not damaged.