Philadelphia, PA (January 7, 2022) – Around 3:16 a.m. on Friday, January 7, a man was injured in a house fire in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia officials confirmed that a fire broke out in a home at 2400 North Orkney Street in the Fairhill neighborhood. When crews arrived at the scene, they found that heavy smoke was pouring out of the home. They were able to get the fire completely under control and ensured that everybody was out of the home.
Numerous responders, including paramedics and the Philadelphia Fire Department, quickly responded to the scene to help those in need. A 40-year-old man inside the home was rescued. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation injuries.
The area was blocked for some time as fire crews worked to get the fire completely under control.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the fire continues at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
House Fires in Pennsylvania
Fires happen more commonly throughout cities in Pennsylvania every single year. Philadelphia is no stranger to these horrific fires, which break out in both residential and commercial areas every single year. In the year 2018, it was reported that approximately 2,525 structural fires were put out by Philadelphia fire crews. This means that an average of seven fires per day were brought under control by fire crews, with many of these fires leading to injuries. Though fires can typically be prevented, they continue to break out due to the reckless acts of others every single year. If you have sustained injuries in a house fire caused by negligent reasons, you should have the skilled help of an attorney on your side.
The aftermath of a fire can impact your life in a variety of ways, leaving you to feel alone and confused. Some of the most severe injuries that stem from house fires include the following:
• Smoke inhalation
• Burn injuries
• Death
These injuries can turn your life upside-down in the blink of an eye. You may spend an extended period of time in the hospital as you work on your recovery. This means that you may not be able to return to the workplace for some time, which can impact your life financially. You should never have to worry about financial aspects as you heal from injuries caused by a fire. You should speak with a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer who has your best interests in mind at this time.
Philadelphia House Fire Attorneys
If you have been hurt in a fire caused by another party, Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help you move forward. We will stand by your side every step of the way as you navigate the legal system for the first time. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of financial aspects, including the following:
• Medical expenses
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Therapy costs
If you have been hurt in a fire and wonder where you can turn, you have many options under Pennsylvania law. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Philadelphia at (215) 600-0681 for the help you deserve.
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