Gulfport, MS (December 3, 2021) – At 5:42 a.m. on the morning of Thursday, December 2, an apartment fire occurred in Gulfport.
According to police, the fire happened in a home on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Fire crews received calls that a triplex caught on fire and quickly became engulfed in flames. Crews attempted to get inside the home but were met with extensive smoke. When they made their way inside the home, they found a man who was unable to get out on his own.
Paramedics and numerous other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene of the incident. The man, who has not yet been formally identified, was taken to Memorial Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. His current condition is not yet known.
Due to the severity of the incident, the area was blocked for a period of time. Fire crews were able to get the fire fully under control within the hour.
No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
House Fires in Mississippi
Fires do not happen as commonly as other accidents but, when they do occur, they tend to lead to some of the most extensive harm. These incidents happen in both residential and commercial areas, sometimes causing catastrophic harm to those involved. Fires lead to serious harm at times, including smoke inhalation and burn injuries. These injuries are sometimes incredibly life-altering in nature. Many victims of fires will spend a long period of time in the hospital and away from the workplace as they attempt to get back on their feet. If you have been hurt in a fire that was caused by another party, you have options. It is crucial that you speak with an attorney that you can trust at this time.
The aftermath of a house fire can affect your life in a variety of ways. You may be left with questions that you cannot answer on your own after one of these incidents. For instance, what evidence do you need to prove that another party is at fault for your fire? What deadlines will you be required to meet as you move forward with a claim? Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer with the assistance of a Gulfport personal injury lawyer on your side.
Gulfport Fire Accident Attorneys
If you have been hurt in a house fire, you will likely feel alone and confused for some time. Because of this, our experienced and knowledgeable attorneys at MW Law Firm – Mama Justice are here to help you. We will stand by your side as you navigate the legal system for the first time. You may find that you are eligible for a wide array of financial aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. Please contact an accident attorney in Gulfport at (888) 484-1476 to find out how we can help you at this time.
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