Troutdale, OR – One Person Loses Life in Explosion on 42nd Circle

Troutdale, OR (September 16, 2021) – An explosion reported in Multnomah County on Monday morning claimed one person’s life. On September 13, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of an explosion incident on 42nd Circle.

Reports from local authorities show that a major explosion incident occurred at a home in the 600 block of 42nd Circle during the morning hours. Firefighters and the Sheriff’s Officer responded to the scene and secured the area to prevent further damage.

Crews located a home and a vehicle with severe damage on-site.

Upon entering the residence, crews located one victim suffering fatal injuries. The victim was declared deceased at the scene.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.

Fatal Explosion Incident in Troutdale, Oregon

Explosion incidents impact the lives of countless people across the country each year. Many incidents result in the loss of property and possessions, forcing people to begin their lives over. Hundreds of victims who are involved in accidents are left with debilitating injuries that require extensive medical care and hospitalization. Regrettably, not every person recovers from their injuries. In fact, some people end up passing away as a result of injuries sustained in these unimaginable incidents. Losing a loved one in an explosion incident can have an overwhelming impact on surviving relatives.

Not only are grieving families forced to deal with the emotional challenges of losing a loved one, but they are often forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on funeral expenses, tackle burial costs, deal with property damages, and move forward without an income they have grown to depend on. When victims lose their lives in accidents due to the negligence of others, it is crucial that their families seek the legal guidance of a wrongful death attorney in Oregon as soon as possible. Working with a trusted and aggressive legal team is a family’s best bet for recovering.

Troutdale Wrongful Death Lawyers

The Portland premises liability attorneys at Kivel & Howard have decades of combined experience working with families in the aftermath of fatal incidents. Our team strives to help families protect their legal rights moving forward. We keep the best interests of our clients in mind as we put together the strongest legal case possible to present on their behalf as we fight to get them the justice they deserve.

If your loved one has lost their life in a fire incident, do not wait to protect your legal rights. If you believe negligence played a role in their passing, contact our personal injury attorneys in Oregon at your earliest convenience. Our team can be reached at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800. We are available to meet with you and discuss legal options available to help you recover. Don’t wait. Call us today to see how we can help you.

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