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Yakima, Washington – Two Men Sustain Burn Injuries in Propane Explosion

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Posted on March 27, 2020

Yakima, Washington (March 25, 2020) – Two men were injured in a propane explosion that occurred in a recreational vehicle on the 700 block of South 6th Street on Wednesday night. According to the article from KIMA News, firefighters responded to the scene of a propane explosion around 9 p.m. The fire department reported that two men inside the vehicle sustained 2nd-degree burns. The two patients were taken to a hospital, and they were reported to be in stable condition. The cause of the incident has not been reported, bu the cause of the fire has been determined to be accidental in nature..

About Burn Injuries

According to information from the World Health Organization, burn injuries are caused when cells in the skin or other tissues are destroyed, usually through heat, or by contact with radiation, radioactivity, electricity, friction or chemicals. Regardless of the cause, burn injuries are painful, and in severe cases can lead to other complications or even death. Children and women are said to be more susceptible to burns, especially in cases of house fires. In spite of these grim statistics, it is important to keep in mind that burns are also preventable.

The first and most important step in preventing burns is to assess the area for dangers and try to lower the hazard. For example, most burns happen in kitchens due to the number of hazards in the area, such as fires from cooking stoves or the presence of hot liquids while cooking. By ensuring that cooking equipment is in good quality and using caution around hot liquids, one can prevent burns from happening. When it comes to children, guardians should take care to supervise their actions, especially if they are playing with dangerous items such as fireworks. While preventing burn injuries simply comes down to being cautious, one should also know what to do in case of burn injuries. First aid for burn injuries consists of pouring cool water over the burn (provided it’s not an open wound) and wrapping the injury in a clean cloth before transporting the victim to a medical facility for treatment. Having the knowledge to deal with burns can help ensure not only one’s safety but also the safety of others.

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