Jacksonville, FL (April 8, 2020) – Late Last night, April 7, responders were called to the scene of a serious house fire with injuries in Jacksonville.

Few details have been released regarding the fire but police confirmed that a home caught on fire at 1700 Hiram Street in Jacksonville.

Two people were injured in the incident and were immediately taken to the hospital for treatment by paramedics. Their conditions are not known at this time.

Fire crews were able to put out the fire.

The investigation into the circumstances of the incident continues.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

House Fires in Florida 

House fires take place in Florida every single year. In 2016 alone, it was determined that approximately 54,000 fires took place throughout the entire state, with a percentage of these leading to injuries. Facing the aftermath of a house fire is not always an easy thing to endure. Because of this, victims are urged to speak with a skilled personal injury attorney in your time of need.

At Sheftall & Associates, our accident attorneys are dedicated to helping those in need after they have been harmed in a fire caused by negligence. We understand how overwhelmed you and your family might be feeling after one of these accidents has caused turmoil in your life. Please contact our law firm at (904) 575-9026 for more information on your legal options moving forward.

Note: As a result of the secondary sources that were used to complete this post, the information included within has not been independently verified by our own staff and may include misinformation. If you read something that, to your knowledge, is incorrect, please contact us as soon as possible and we will correct the inaccuracy.

Disclaimer: As members of the local Jacksonville and broader Florida community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. You should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.