Cumming, GA – Several Injured in House Fire on Hopewell Manor Dr
Cumming, GA (August 6, 2021) – On Wednesday night, August 4, a house fire took place in a home in Cumming.
According to Forsyth County officials, the fire broke out in a home on 4305 Hopewell Manor Drive. The fire started after a domestic dispute. Sheriffs were on scene when they suddenly saw the home starting to fill with smoke and believed that the fire was coming from the basement. Multiple firefighters were inside the home when the fire started to blaze out of control.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were present at the scene. Three firefighters were burned in the incident. One of the firefighters received burns to his upper extremities and was rushed to the hospital. The other two firefighters both sustained minor injuries.
The area was blocked for an extended period of time as crews worked to get the scene under control.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
House Fires in Georgia
House fires take place every single day in the state of Georgia. Every year, thousands of people are hospitalized due to these horrific incidents. Though fires do not happen as often as other incidents in Georgia, they are incredibly severe at times when they do occur. Both firefighters and civilians are sometimes seriously injured or even killed in these accidents. Some of the most severe injuries that stem from fires include smoke inhalation and burn injuries. Being injured in a house fire might be one of the most challenging things that you have ever endured. You should always have the dedicated help of an attorney on your side after a fire.
Being injured in a fire can have a lasting impact on your life. Those injured in fires might feel confused and wonder where they should turn, asking questions that they do not know the answers to on their own. For instance, what evidence will you need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident? What deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to moving forward with a claim? Will your case be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a dedicated Georgia personal injury attorney. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in fires at www.attorneykennugent.com.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here for you after you have been hurt in a fire caused by another party. We believe that you have every right to hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for aspects such as medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and so much more. If you have been hurt in a fire caused by another party’s negligence, you should never have to stand alone. Please contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you in your time of need.
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