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Elmont, NY (April 14, 2021) – Around 6 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, April 13, three people were injured in a stable fire in Elmont.
According to officials, the incident took place when a fire suddenly broke out at the Belmont Racetrack Horse stables on the Hempstead Turnpike. Numerous fire departments were called out to the scene so that they could extinguish the fire.
Paramedics and numerous other responders were called to the scene. Three male employees who were present at the stables suffered from smoke inhalation. The parties are expected to make a full recovery.
Two horses were found dead inside the stables when fire crews were able to extinguish the fire.
The investigation into the circumstances of the fire continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Fires in New York
New York experiences more fires than in many other states throughout the U.S. Fires break out in many areas, some of which are commercial and residential in nature. Some of the most life-altering injuries that stem from fires include smoke inhalation and burn injuries. These injuries can have a huge and lasting impact on every aspect of your life. If you have been hurt in a fire that was caused by another party, you have a variety of options available for you and should speak with a legal advocate who has your best interests in mind.
Being injured in a New York fire can impact your life in many ways, leaving you with a variety of questions that you cannot answer on your own. For instance, what types of deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to your case? What should you say when you speak with the insurance company for the first time? What evidence will you have to gather to show that another party is to blame for your accident? If you have been hurt in a fire, you have every right to seek compensation and should have the help of an attorney on your side.
Our New York accident attorneys at Miller, Montiel & Strano are here to help you after you have suffered vastly due to a fire. We understand how traumatic a fire can be and offer our help and resources in your time of need. You have every right to seek compensation for a wide array of aspects in your time of need. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in New York that you can trust with your claim at 516-484-4010.
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