Newman mail truck fire

You're referring to the recent fire involving a UPS mail truck in Newman, California.

On July 15, 2021, a UPS mail truck caught fire on Highway 99 in Newman, California, just north of Modesto. The incident was captured on video by a passing driver and quickly went viral on social media.

According to reports, the truck was traveling northbound on Highway 99 when it suddenly erupted in flames. The driver, who was the only person on board, managed to escape the vehicle without injury.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but UPS officials have stated that it appears to be an isolated incident and not related to any mechanical issues with the truck.

The fire was extinguished by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and Newman Fire Department, who responded to the scene. No other vehicles were involved in the incident, and traffic was temporarily disrupted while the fire was being put out.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of mail trucks and the potential risks associated with transporting packages on highways. However, UPS officials have assured the public that they are taking the incident seriously and are working to determine the cause of the fire.

It's worth noting that this is not the first time a UPS mail truck has caught fire. In 2019, a UPS truck caught fire in a parking lot in Illinois, and in 2018, a UPS truck caught fire on a highway in California. However, these incidents are rare and do not necessarily indicate a broader issue with UPS's fleet of vehicles.