Driver Uninjured After Full Vehicle Fire (Monday, February 10, 2025)
Sandy Hook VFR was dispatched at 22:45 Monday, February 10 to Berkshire Road in front of its substation for a reported car fire. Firefighters were informed that the driver of a vehicle was reporting the car on fire, with the driver safely out of the vehicle.
Second Assistant Chief Rob Sibley was first on the scene and confirmed a fully involved vehicle. The 2017 Hyundai Tucson came to a rest just in from the westbound travel lane on Berkshire Road, onto Nighthawk Lane.
SHVFR Chief Anthony Capozziello assumed command upon his arrival.
Tanker 49 and Engine 441 responded with crews. Firefighters knocked down the fire, and requested a Public Works truck to sand the road.
A flatbed was required to pick up and remove the vehicle from the scene.
Sandy Hook cleared at 12:30 am Tuesday, February 11.
Chief Capozziello on the hose line.
