Three people hurt after RV catches fire in West Woodland neighborhood
Request Free ConsultationSEATTLE, WA – Three people were taken to the hospital after an RV caught fire in the West Woodland area this morning, according to KOMO News.
The incident occurred near the intersection of NW 43rd Street and Leary Way NW at about 9:30 a.m., when a blue-and-white RV caught fire, likely due to either candles or the presence of combustibles near a heater.
One woman was taken to the hospital with severe, life-threatening injuries, and a man was taken in for treatment of non-critical wounds.
A third patient was reportedly taken to the hospital by a good Samaritan at the scene.
The identities of the victims were not immediately released.
Photos from the scene showed the back roof and wall were destroyed in the blaze.
No further details are available at this time.
This is one in a series of reports provided by Caffee Law as a service to inform our Seattle neighbors about traffic news and accidents in the area. Many of these accidents are preventable, and we hope that by reporting on such events, we will reduce the frequency of similar incidents. However, if you or someone you know has been injured in a similar situation, contact the Seattle burn injury attorneys of Jeffrey R. Caffee today for a consultation. You may be able to receive compensation for lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses.