Buckingham, IA (August 15, 2023) – One person lost their life as a result of an explosion that took place in Tama County on Monday morning, August 14.
Just before 10:15 a.m., the Tama County Dispatch received a request for assistance regarding an incident on W Avenue.
Reports show that the home located at 1117 W Avenue exploded during the morning hours. The incident destroyed the home, which caught on fire immediately after the explosion.
One person was recovered from the home. The victim was fatally injured and pronounced deceased at the scene.
At this time, the incident is being investigated.
We offer our sympathies to the family of the victim who died in this explosion.
Fatal Explosions in Iowa
Fatal explosions are truly devastating due to the fact that they result in loss of property and loss of life. Surviving family members truly struggle to move forward after these incidents.
Unfortunately, it is nearly impossible to prepare for how an explosion will impact your life. If your loved one has died as a result of an explosion, your family may have legal options available. It is important to seek guidance from a knowledgeable legal team that is well-versed in handling complex explosion claims and wrongful death lawsuits.
An attorney will be able to guide you through the legal process and identify liable parties. Common parties who are identified in fatal explosions include:
- Appliance manufacturers
- Home builders
- Maintenance personnel
- Property managers
- Propane suppliers
- Gas/utility companies
- Contractors
- Electricians
- Plumbers
An in-depth investigation is needed to determine what caused the incident to occur in order to identify the liable parties. After the loss of a loved one, you have the ability to recover compensation for losses and damages you face. Some of the losses that you can recover include compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Emotional distress
- Loss of inheritance
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of companionship
- Property damage
- Loss of financial support
- Pain and suffering
It is important that you get started on your case right away in order to maximize the amount of compensation you are able to recover. Having a knowledgeable building explosion lawyer by your side can make a big difference when it comes to the outcome of your fatal explosion case.
Exploding incidents can be devastating and take away the lives of beloved ones, leaving survivors struggling to make ends meet and find justice. At Burg Simpson, we understand this struggle and have developed a full team of experienced national explosion lawyers that are ready to fight for you. Our open communication policy ensures our clients stay informed about their rights throughout the process while also giving them peace of mind knowing there is no risk in using our services since payment is only due when we win your case. Contact us today at (888) 895-2080 to take the steps towards seeking justice after an explosion incident has struck your family.
