[10-12-2023] Riverside County, CA – House Caught Fire After Single-Vehicle Crash in Temecula

A house caught fire and exploded after a single-vehicle crash in Temecula early Thursday morning, October 12, 2023.

According to the authorities, the crash occurred around 2:45 a.m. at a residence near the 15 Freeway.

Reports indicate that a vehicle occupied by two men veered off the road and crashed into the house. The fire broke out shortly after the vehicle hit the gas line and fuse box.

Eight people occupied the house then, but all survived except their cat. Initial reports stated no visible injuries to the vehicle occupants or residents. The house was burned down, along with an estimated tens of thousands of dollars in sports memorabilia.

As investigations continued, no information was provided regarding the other individuals’ identities or the cause of the collision.

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You may be entitled to compensation if you suffer injuries due to another driver’s negligence. A personal injury lawyer can provide legal representation if you have been injured in a burn injury accident and wish to pursue a claim.

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What Should I Do After an Accident?

It can be challenging to think correctly following burn injuries. However, what you say and do at the accident site can substantially affect the outcome of your claim against the negligent party. You can safeguard the value of your personal injury claim by adhering to these guidelines:

1. Call 911 immediately, particularly if you or a loved one have been injured. Officers of the law can conduct witness interviews and collect evidence for a report.
2. Always be direct when communicating with authorities or your insurance provider, and avoid making assumptions.
3. Do not confess guilt, not even to the police. Insurance companies may use such actions as evidence to deny victims’ claims.
4. Obtain professional medical help immediately. Visit an emergency room or your primary care physician immediately. If injuries are addressed immediately, they may be treated less severely.
5. Gather all documents 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.
6. Contact the relevant authorities to receive a copy of the police report.
7. You may also utilize our online form. Your request will be processed as soon as we can access the report.
8. Receive free advice on maximizing your insurance claim from an experienced California burn injury attorney.

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Burn Injury Accident Statistics

There is a possibility that a burn victim, even after he or she has recovered from burn injuries, may remain physically and mentally scarred. They may hesitate to resume their daily activities as they do not want to risk aggravating their injuries.

According to the American Burn Association (2002), 1.1 million Americans yearly seek medical treatment for burns. The number of Americans who die from burns and infections each year is estimated to be up to 10,000.

Americans continue to suffer from burn injuries as one of the leading causes of accidental deaths and injuries. Approximately 486,000 burns and fires were treated in emergency rooms between 2011 and 2015. In the case of skin wounds, psychological complications may arise, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and nightmares.