Queens, NY – Five Injured in Residential Fire on 64th St
Queens, NY (March 22, 2023) – Five people sustained injuries in a residential fire that took place in an area of Queens on the morning of Wednesday, March 22.
According to Queens officials, the fire broke out in a residential home at 51 64th Street. Police confirmed that multiple parties called FDNY after they noticed flames escaping out of the home. Fire crews were able to gain access to the home, where they found an e-bike in the residence that may have been the cause of the fire.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. Several people sustained injuries in the fire. A total of two civilians were injured and taken to the hospital with moderate injuries. Two other parties inside the home, as well as a responding police officer, sustained minor injuries and were hospitalized. Police confirmed that the injuries included burns and smoke inhalation.
The area was blocked off for some time as fire crews attempted to bring the fire under control. It is not known how long this process took.
The investigation into the circumstances leading up to the fire continues at this time.
We want to offer our warmest sympathies to the parties injured in this incident with hopes of a speedy recovery.
Fires and Explosions in New York
Fires break out more commonly in major cities in New York than in many other states in the U.S. With many houses in close proximity to one another, it is no surprise that fires break out and spread throughout residential and commercial areas within seconds. In just 2020, it was reported that approximately 21 people were injured out of every 1,000 fires. Being hurt in a fire caused by another party’s negligence can turn your life upside-down. If you have sustained injuries, it is important that you speak with an attorney that you can rely on.
Moving forward after you have sustained injuries in a fire can be a challenging thing to do. The most severe injuries that stem from fires in New York include the following:
- Burn injuries
- Smoke inhalation injuries
- Fatalities in the most severe cases
The injuries that you sustain in a fire can land you in the hospital or cause you to miss out on time at work as you attempt to get back on your feet. This long road to recovery can leave you in a difficult position that you will not be prepared to face on your own. It is imperative that you seek the assistance of a Queens personal injury lawyer soon after a fire that has caused you harm.
At The Tadchiev Law Firm P.C., our attorneys are here for you after you have sustained injuries in a fire that is not your fault. Many innocent victims are hurt in fires every year, and wonder where they can turn after a life-altering fire. Our attorneys have years of experience handling complex claims and will stand by your side when you need us the most. Please contact a fire accident attorney in Queens at (718) 606-4099 to find out what we can do for you.
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