[05-09-2023] San Francisco County, CA – Five People Injured Following Sunset District Apartment Fire Caused by E-Bike Battery Explosion

[05-09-2023] Five People Injured Following Sunset District Apartment Fire Caused by E-Bike Battery ExplosionFive people were injured following an apartment fire caused by an e-bike battery explosion in San Francisco early Tuesday morning, May 09, 2023.

According to a witness report, the fire started around 1:00 a.m. at the Avalon Sunset Towers.

The San Francisco Fire Department said that a lithium-ion battery exploded and caused a fire that hurt five people, including one who jumped out of the window.

The injured were transported to a local hospital, where their current conditions remain undisclosed.

The Red Cross is currently assisting eight victims affected by the fire.

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If you or someone you care about has been badly burned, having a skilled lawyer by your side can help heal wounds that extend far beyond the surface. Unlike minor burns, which only affect the area where they happened, severe burns can affect other body parts.

If you or a loved one have suffered burn injuries in California, please contact our law firm. We wish to help you heal from this terrible injury.

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What Should I Do After an Accident?

It can be challenging to think clearly after sustaining burn injuries. However, what you say and do at the accident scene can significantly impact the outcome of your claim against the negligent party. You can protect your personal injury claim value by following these guidelines:

  • Call 911 immediately, especially if you or a loved one was hurt. Law enforcement officials can interview witnesses and collect evidence for a report.
  • Always be straightforward and avoid making assumptions when communicating with authorities or your insurance provider.
  • Don’t admit wrongdoing, not even to the police. Insurance companies may use such actions as evidence to reject victims’ claims.
  • Find professional medical assistance immediately. Visit a hospital or your primary care provider immediately. Injuries may be treated less severely if treated promptly.
  • Gather all paperwork associated with the incident, including a copy of the police report, medical bills, the other driver’s contact information, and a plan for treating your injuries.
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Burn Injury Accident Statistics

Once the burn victim recovers from their injuries, psychological and physical scars may remain. Burn survivors often suffer mental suffering, such as post-traumatic stress disorder or burning-related nightmares. They might be reluctant to resume daily activities for fear of worsening their burns.

According to the American Burn Association (2002), 1.1 million people in the US seek medical attention for burns yearly. In reality, about 4,500 of them pass away every year. Up to 10,000 deaths annually in the United States are attributed to burn injuries and infections.

Burn injuries are still a significant cause of unintentional death and injury in the US. Emergency rooms treated about 486,000 burn or fire injuries between 2011 and 2015.

Skin wounds may cause psychological complications like PTSD or nightmares. They might be unwilling to return to their routine for fear of being burned again.

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