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An industrial titanium fire in Los Angeles that made its way through a commercial building group has seriously affected Los Angeles Fire Department personnel. Right now, at least 3 firefighters have sustained some type of injury while battling the blaze.
The titanium fire started at United Alloys, a Los Angeles company that performs titanium processing and recycling. The East Slauson Avenue building first became enflamed around 11:45 on Tuesday night, and eventually was covered completely by the titanium fire.
More than 200 firefighters from the Los Angeles Fire Department were involved in fighting the fire. Los Angeles firefighters faced countless unanticipated obstacles in their efforts. Chemicals in the building caused explosions that could not be controlled, and water could not be used to succumb the flames.
According to last reports, three firefighters have been injured in the Los Angeles titanium fire.
If you have been injured in a fire or other accident, talking to a lawyer can be very helpful. There are often things about your injury that are best addressed by a legal professional, even if you are not planning on filing a lawsuit. Contact our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers for a free consultation by calling 888.222.8286.
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Up to 202 Los Angeles fire department workers reported to the scene of a wildfire in the San Gabriel mountains, under the direction of fire assistant chief Jeffrey S. Mottram, according to reports. The firefighters arrived at the mountains as the wildfire ensued, with as many as three acres of land already burning. This San Gabriel Mountains fire could be attributed to a high index of heat without much wind that was present in the area.
Firefighters took the top line of attack, beginning with fire and rescue helicopters that dropped water across the area to extinguish the fire. The water-dropping helicopter worked across the low side of the mountain and through the Tujunga Wash. Within just under two hours, the fire department had nearly finalized their efforts, containing the fire to less than twenty acres, away from houses that could have been threatened by the fire.
During the course of the fire, five firefighters suffered injuries, none of which were life-threatening. Tow of them, from the Los Angeles fire department, sustained minor injuries to the lower body, while three others from the Hand Crew took on various other injuries. Each of the injured were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
If you have been injured in a fire, even as a firefighter, your injuries are serious. From a legal perspective as well as a medical perspective, you should be sure to handle your case with the proper attention. By consulting with a lawyer, you can expect to receive advice that can help you both in and out of court. To receive your free consultation, call our offices at 310.882.6810.
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Los Angeles Fire Department officials responded to a call on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Los Angeles, where a strip mall of business had just sparked ablaze. When the firefighters reached the incident, heavy smoke was rising from the two story building. The department then utilized force to enter, but flames had already extended across a substantial portion of the building. Fortunately, the firefighters were able to battle the fire to its origin, extinguishing it completely after 53 minutes.
Firefighters also evacuated two people in a building that could have been threatened by the flames. The cause of the fire remains unknown, but is undergoing investigation. Clearly, there was also some substantial property damage resulting from the strip mall fire.
If you have sustained property damage or fire-related burn injuries, you should be sure to get the help you need. Before choosing your course of action, contact a lawyer to receive professional advice regarding the particulars of your case. For a free consultation, call our Los Angeles property damage lawyers at 310.882.6810.
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Two woman suffered burn injuries Wednesday night, one ending fatal, at a home in Fullerton where a fire took place. A fire erupted at approximately 7:25 pm on Victoria drive. Firefighters responded to the Fullerton fire, and were at it it for almost an hour before successfully extinguishing it. Authorities reported that, when firefighters reached the home, the debris that covered the home hindered their efforts. One woman died while the other was taken to the hospital with significant burn injuries. The fire in Fullerton remains under investigation by authorities.
If you have suffered property damage in a fire, it may be important that you receive the proper advice on how to best handle the incident. When this type of accident takes place, it is important that you are informed of the legalities that apply in your case. Call our law offices today at 310.882.6810 to receive a free consultation from our Los Angeles property damage lawyers.
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After responding to a late night fire in Glendale, two firefighters have been hospitalized with substantial injuries. When the fire sparked up in a local two-story house, firefighters from Burbank and Glendale departments reported to the scene, at around 10:12 pm on Monday. The fire continued for as many as 30 minutes, with 36 firefighters battling the fire throughout.
Unfortunately, significant property damage and injuries resulted from the Glendale fire. The first injured firefighter received third degree burn injuries, and the other suffered from smoke inhalation. Both were escorted for treatment at local hospitals, one for burn injuries treatment at Grossman Burn Center while the other injured was taken to Glendale Adventist. The fire’s resulting property damage was assessed at $100,000 in structural damages.
If you have suffered injuries in a fire, it is advisable that you consult with a lawyer for professional information regarding your case. From a legal sense, there is a lot of legal information that can only be provided by a professional. To receive a free consultation, call our offices at 310.882.6810.
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Pasadena firefighters yesterday evening handled a fire that raged through brush in the area of Rosemont and Washington. The brush fire ignited at around 6:22 in the evening, first only in brush but soon threatening homes close by. When the Pasadena fire was reported, Firefighters arrived at the scene within 30 minutes, according to reports. With six engines from the fire department, the fire was handled in merely 30 minutes of their arrival. Fortunately, no significant property damage or injuries were reported. A 12-year-old boy is being questioned about what may have caused the Pasadena fire.
If you have been injured in a fire, it is important that you consult with a lawyer for help regarding your case. To receive a free consultation, call a Los Angeles lawyer for more information.
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One man is dead after his pickup truck was thrown from a bridge onto a Long Beach freeway. The vehicle plunged off the a bridge over top of the Freeway, just barely missing two cars in the 45 foot fall. The 38-year-old man died of head and chest injuries at around 6pm on Wednesday, only a short period after the Long Beach accident itself occurred. According to Long Beach Fire Department, the pickup truck was found on Freeway 710 with two occupants trapped within. Firefighters were successful tin removing both occupants using the Jaws of Life, and an injured female passenger was taken to a hospital though the man died at the scene. Northbound onramps were closed while officials took care of the accident.
A strand of fortunate timing saved this already unfortunate accident from involving additional vehicles, making it a single vehicle accident rather than a more serious one. However, accidents of this kind may still be a significant legal bearing. When handling a single vehicle accident, we strongly advise that you receive help from a lawyer to discuss the accident itself and the legal information of importance. To receive a free consultation, call our law offices in Los Angeles at 310.882.6810.
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Firefighters from Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a worker accident yesterday, where two workers were reportedly stuck in the basket of a 50 foot high hydraulic boom.
Apparently, the workers were conducting repairs on a nearby radio tower, but the equipment faltered during the repair. The worker accident, which involved two workers, required additional assistance from an heavy equipment operator as the the Los Angeles Fire Department could not handle the problem alone. However, the firefighters and assisting companies were successful in rescuing the trapped workers from the accident.
According to the Los Angeles Fire Department approximately 55 firefighters were required to rescue the two individuals from the worker accident, which was only solved after 1 hour and 32 minutes without injuries. The Los Angeles Fire Department attributes the lack of injuries to a proper use of safety equipment during the rescue at the worker accident.
If you have experienced a worker accident at a construction site or through other employment, especially if injuries did actually occur, it is of the utmost importance that you receive legal advice before advancing. You may be required to file for workers compensation or other legal aspects of injuries caused by work. By calling our offices at 310.882.6810, you will be given a free consultation where your legal issues will be addressed.
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