Gas Fires and Explosions

Gas, including gasoline, propane gas, and natural gas, is used in our daily lives. Gasoline is used in many types of motor vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, recreational boats, and lawn mowers. Propane gas can be used to power devices such as barbeques, generators, pool heaters, and clothes dryers. Natural gas is most commonly used to power household appliances such as stoves, heaters, and fireplaces.

Gasoline, propane gas, and natural gas are relatively safe if handled properly. However, if handled improperly, gas can be deadly.

Causes of Gas Fires and Explosions

Some of the more common causes of gas fires and explosions include:

Improper handling: people who are not careful when handling gases are often to blame for gas fires and explosions.
Failure to follow safety codes: guidelines for the safe use of gases are issued by the manufacturers of products and by U.S. government agencies. If these guidelines are not followed there is an increased risk of a gas fire or explosion.
Defective products: although manufacturers test their products for safety defects before they are marketed to the public, some products may contain a defect that can lead to a gas fire or explosion. Among products that can lead to gas fires, propane barbeques are the most commonly recalled.

Types of Gas Fires and Explosions

There are several types of gas fires and explosions that can occur, including gasoline truck explosions and coal mine explosions. There are also several things that can lead to a gas fire or explosion, including pipeline leaks and defective products.

Talk to a Burn Injury Attorney

If you or a loved one has been injured in a gas fire or explosion, contact a burn injury attorney for more information.