Pennington, NJ (March 10, 2024) – At approximately 8:00 p.m. on Friday, firefighters were dispatched to the intersection of Eglantine Avenue and East Franklin Avenue in response to a house fire in Pennington.
Initial reports of fire originated from the windows on the second floor. Paramedics were also dispatched to the site and assessed residents who were rescued from the house; however, the total number of injured victims is unknown. An evacuation was ordered, and all operating personnel were notified to vacate the structure due to concerns about collapse, but fire rescue teams ultimately extinguished the blaze around 9:30 p.m. The current cause of the fire is unknown, though an investigation is still ongoing, additional details will be communicated as they become accessible.
Our thoughts are with those who sustained injuries in the fire. We hope for their full recovery at this time.
Residential Fires in New Jersey
Fires break out commonly in the United States every single day, between vehicle crashes, residential blazes, commercial fires, and beyond. These incidents can happen anywhere but tend to spread more quickly in our major cities, where houses and apartments feel closer together than ever. In the last several years, it is estimated that approximately 490,500 fires broke out in residential and commercial areas annually, with approximately 13,000 people sustaining injuries in these incidents. Some injuries are more common than others in fires, including the following:
- Various-degree burns
- Smoke inhalation injuries
- Fatalities in the worst cases
The harsh reality is that many fires can be prevented when precautions are taken. If you believe that a party or multiple individuals are at fault for the fire that caused your injuries, you should speak with an attorney immediately.
As the number of fires in cities increases, so does the number of individuals who sustain serious injuries every year. You may be faced with a long road to recovery before you. Not only are there physical and emotional injuries to recover from, but major financial hardship can hit you as the bills pile up. On top of this, your family may also be left to care for the aftermath of your fire. This puts many in a difficult position, which is where a Pennington personal injury attorney can help.
Our knowledgeable and resourceful attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help you after a fire in New Jersey that has impacted every aspect of your life. We will review your claim from start to finish, helping you to gather the necessary evidence. On top of this, our attorneys are well-versed in New Jersey laws and can answer any questions that you may have. You may be entitled to compensation, and we will help you receive it. Please contact a fire accident attorney in New Jersey at (215) 600-0681 for the help you need moving forward.
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