Yuma, AZ – Serious Injuries Reported in Fuel Tank Explosion at Taylor Farms & E Gila Ridge Rd
Yuma, AZ (January 14, 2021) – A man was injured on Wednesday after a serious accident occurred in the Yuma area.
Initial reports state that the man sustained serious injuries after a fuel truck ignited, according to the Yuma Fire Department. Around 3:45 p.m., officials with the YFD received a call regarding a fuel truck on fire at Taylor Farms, located at 4375 East Gila Ridge Road. While en route, YFD received another report that an explosion had occurred and that at least one person was injured. The tank reportedly carried 6,000 gallons of fuel.
Authorities didn’t say whether the injured victim was a worker or a bystander, and the victim’s current condition was not provided. It’s also unclear if other victims sustained injuries in the accident.
Officers with the Yuma Police Department and YFD authorities said that the accident remains under investigation at this time.
Our thoughts go out to the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Workplace Accidents in Arizona
Serious injuries can be common and dangerous on the job site, particularly in construction areas or on job sites that deal with chemicals and other dangerous materials. When it comes to construction and utility zones, employees often operate heavy equipment and machinery. Workers may interact with toxic materials and flammable liquids that cause both short-term and long-term physical issues. Furthermore, these accidents in the workforce can result in fatal consequences. In fact, almost 40 deaths were attributed to workplace accidents last year in Arizona alone.
Victims and families are often left with financial difficulties and emotional trauma in the aftermath. In fact, employers may attempt to cover up the incident or avoid paying fair compensation after workplace injuries in Arizona, especially when they’re determined to be at fault for the incident. If you have suffered in a work accident caused by an employer’s negligence or lack of safety equipment, you should contact a personal injury attorney in Arizona to review your options.
At ELG, our team of attorneys is dedicated to helping you get the justice you deserve after these unfortunate incidents. Our experienced, highly-skilled attorneys have spent years fighting for both victims and their families. Contact us to set up your free consultation at (623) 877-3600. Our attorneys will gladly review the facts of your case and tailor our advice to match the specific needs of your case. Every consultation is free and there is no obligation to retain us. So at worst, you get free advice in your time of need.
Plus, our attorneys at ELG do not cut corners and use intake specialists to talk or meet with you. We guarantee your consultation will be with one of our experienced injury attorneys that only handle accident matters, so you and your family can feel confident and rest assured that we will answer all your questions thoroughly and compassionately.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.
