Hawthorne Crews Handled MVA With Multiple Injuries

Photo by Courtesy of Hawthorne Fire Department, NJ

Photo by Courtesy of Hawthorne Fire Department, NJ
HAWTHORNE, NJ — September 2 — Hawthorne Fire Department units responded to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Van Winkle Avenue and Lafayette Avenue, which resulted in multiple injuries and a spill of vehicle fluids.Firefighters collaborated with other emergency responders to help the injured and address the dangers at the accident site.
During the incident, the team prioritized ensuring the scene was safe and controlled the spilled fluids from the damaged vehicle.
Hawthorne Fire Department, as part of the borough’s all-volunteer fire service, handles hundreds of emergency calls each year.In 2024, the department answered over 600 emergency calls and conducted more than 120 training and drill sessions.
Emergency services in Hawthorne frequently coordinate during traffic incidents and other urgent calls.
According to borough records, police officers responded to 445 motor vehicle crashes in 2025, highlighting the continued need for a well-coordinated emergency response on local roads.
This incident underscored the value of collaboration between fire, emergency medical services, and police departments when there are injuries and potential road hazards present.