ALLENDALE, NJ - Following a passing storm on June 12th, the Allendale Fire Department responded to many occurrences throughout the borough, including a serious emergency on Hillside Avenue.

According to officials, reports of downed power lines and a car fire prompted the dispatch of Squad 935. When firefighters arrived, they discovered that a utility worker was trying to restore power in the area when live electrical wires fell onto his truck.

Alongside utility workers, crews guarded the area and dealt with the dangers. Firefighters continued to perform overhaul operations and support attempts to safely reopen the route until the wee hours of the morning.

The utility worker was able to leave the scene safely, and no injuries were reported.