Atlanta, GA (May 1, 2022) – Around 10:30 p.m. on Friday evening, April 29, firefighters were dispatched to the scene of a two-alarm apartment fire that broke out in southwest Atlanta.
Crews were called to an apartment complex located in the 2900 block of Landrum Drive SW. Upon their arrival at the area, firefighters discovered flames shooting through the roof of the complex, along with heavy smoke.
Officials did not say how many units the fire impacted or how many people were displaced, though some residents were reportedly evaluated for minor injuries at the scene.
The cause of the fire is under investigation, and no further details have been provided.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Apartment Fires in Georgia
Fires break out within seconds in the state of Georgia. These incidents happen in both residential and commercial areas, wreaking havoc within seconds as they blaze through buildings. In just 2020 alone, it was reported that approximately 13,000 civilians were injured in house fires caused by others.
These incidents sometimes lead to serious injuries such as smoke inhalation and burn injuries. If you have been hurt in a house fire and wonder where you can turn, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.
Facing the aftermath of a fire is never easy to do, especially if you have suffered from serious injuries.
You may have questions that you can only answer with the help of an attorney. For instance, what types of evidence do you need to prove that another party is at fault for your fire? What deadlines will you be required to meet if you want to move forward with a successful 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 an Atlanta personal injury lawyer.
Atlanta Fire Accident Attorneys
Our attorneys at Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys are here to help you get back on your feet after a fire that was caused by another party.
We understand how overwhelming a fire can be and offer our help and resources along the way. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects, including the following:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
We are here for you every step of the way when it comes to your claim. Please contact a fire accident attorney in Atlanta at (678) 832-0585 for more information.
Note: Our writers used secondary sources when creating this accident news post. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this accident, therefore, if there is any information that is incorrect, contact Monge & Associates immediately. We will correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available. We will remove a post if requested.
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