Riverside County Mountain Community Evacuations Lifted after Propane Leak – Propane Leak Injury Attorneys
According to Cal Fire, fire crews were dispatched to the 53100 block of Mountain View Drive in Pine Cove in the San Jacinto Mountains (west of Palm Springs and Cathedral City) to respond to a propane truck that was leaking. This was reported at around 9:30am on Saturday, November 2, 2024. As a result, there were evacuation orders in place for residents of Mountain View Drive, which is a dead-end street off of CA-243. Residents of Walters Drive (south of Mountain View Drive) were told to shelter in place and not use any ignition source, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. A few hours later, at approximately 1:40pm, fire officials posted an update saying that “the leak [had] been mitigated” and all evacuation and shelter-in-place orders had been lifted.
Propane leaks can have devastating consequences. If you or a loved one suffered harm as a result of a propane leak in your community, it is important that you seek legal help immediately. Based on the details surrounding your specific situation, you could have the right to sue. For more information about the legal options that are available to you, contact the Downtown L.A. Law Group today. Our team has decades of experience and is ready to guide you every step of the way!
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Although every situation is different, some of the common causes of leaking propane trucks can include the following:
- Loose fittings or seals (these can loosen due to shaking during travel)
- Malfunctioning valves, fittings, or other components
- Valves that are not properly turned off or shut off
- Valves that were left open
Without a doubt, propane leaks come with a significant fire risk. If ignited, propane gas can result in a fire, which can lead to burn injuries, smoke inhalation injuries, and extensive property damage. In addition, those exposed to propane gas due to leaks could experience some of the following:
- Asphyxiation (due to the gas replacing oxygen in the lungs)
- Chest pain
- Clumsiness (due to lack of consciousness)
- Difficulty breathing
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Loss of consciousness
- Nausea
- Rapid breathing
- Rapid heart rate
- Death
Yes, you could be eligible to file a lawsuit. In the incident discussed above, the incident was associated with a leaking propane truck. Although the cause of the leak was not determined, it is possible that the company that owns and operates the propane truck could be liable for any damages or harm resulting from the incident. In other words, affected individuals could have the right to file a lawsuit. For more information about your right to file a lawsuit, contact us today.
Although every claim is different, victims and their families could potentially be eligible to recover compensation for some of the following:
- Medical costs
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
- Punitive damages
- Legal costs
In case of wrongful death, claimants could be eligible to receive compensation for funeral and burial costs and loss of consortium.
Here at our firm, our team is fully committed to getting our clients the maximum payout available, whether it is through a settlement or through a verdict. For more information about the possible value of your claim and what you could be awarded, contact us today!
Contact the Downtown L.A. Law Group TodayIf you or a member of your family suffered harm due to a propane leak in your community, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. Based on the details surrounding your specific situation, you could have the right to sue and receive compensation. If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, contact us today. The team here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group has decades of experience and is fully committed to fighting for the rights of our clients and helping them secure the maximum recovery possible. If you are ready to discuss your legal options with our team, contact us today.
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If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, contact us today!