Three people Injured In Propane Tank Explosion At Cubic HQ Event In Kearny Mesa
KEARNY MESA, CALIFORNIA (January 27, 2023) – Three people were injured in a Kearny Mesa propane tank explosion accident at a Cubic HQ event.
San Diego County officials are saying that the accident took place around 12:45 p.m. on Thursday. A 5-gallon propane tank was being used to heat a portable grill.
There was some type of corporate event for Cubic HQ. The propane tank spontaneously exploded on the patio area.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the accident in order to help all of the victims. Two contractors for the catering company were critically injured and taken to the hospital.
One of the victims was a Cubic contractor. A full investigation into the Kearny Mesa propane tank explosion remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Kearny Mesa Propane Tank Explosions
Though rare, propane tank explosions can leave victims with very serious injuries. According to LEVCO, “The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates roughly 600 propane tank explosions occur each year. Yet, according to a study from the Department of Energy, the risk of a person dying from a propane explosion is about one in 37 million.” There are a number of steps that can be taken to help reduce the odds of a propane tank explosion.
- When not in use the valve on a propane tank should be closed.
- The connections on propane tanks should be regularly checked for leaks.
- Propane tanks should always be kept upright.
- Extra propane tanks should never be stored under a grill.
Depending on the facts of any case, the company that manufactured a propane tank could be liable for a propane tank explosion. Companies have a legal responsibility to make products that are reasonably safe. There are many ways that a propane tank could be unreasonably dangerous. It could lack the proper warning labels. It could lack the chemical odorant ethyl mercaptan. The tank may have faulty safety devices. There are a number of steps that should be taken after any propane tank explosion.
- Photos of the accident site should be taken.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- The propane tank involved in the explosion should be examined.
- A thorough investigation should be conducted.
Any person that is injured in a propane tank explosion may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. Sadly, though, propane tank companies will often fight extremely hard to deny liability for any accident. A personal injury attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you now what your legal options are.
Investigating A San Diego County Propane Tank Explosion
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to all of the people injured in this accident. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to investigators. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of the victims. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent other accidents like this.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Kearny Mesa propane tank explosion? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to help in any way that we can. We care that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
