West Hartford, CT (January 24, 2021) – Around 10 p.m. on Saturday night, January 23, one person was killed in a fatal house fire in West Hartford.

According to officials, the fire broke out at a home on 45 Elmfield Street due to reasons that are not yet known. Fire crews were immediately dispatched to the scene where they brought the fire under control and searched the home.

Paramedics were called to help those in need. One person, who has not yet been identified, was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of injuries caused by the fire. One person was hospitalized with injuries caused by the fire.

The investigation into the circumstances of the fire continues.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Fatal Fires in Connecticut 

Fires take place in many different areas in Connecticut, some of which are residential and some of which are commercial. Many lives are taken as a result of fires in the state of Connecticut every single year, while others are severely injured. Some of the most common injuries that result from these incidents include smoke inhalation and burn injuries. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one due to a Connecticut fire, it is important that you have the help of an attorney moving forward.

Suffering the loss of a loved one in a fire is never an easy thing to face but this is an unfortunate reality that many families face every year. As you grieve the loss of your loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to keep up with the bills that pile up against you. Nobody is ever prepared to face the aftermath of a fatal fire on their own, which is why you should have a dedicated attorney on your side. It is important that you speak with a wrongful death attorney in Connecticut who has handled these cases in the past.

Our Connecticut accident attorneys at the Law Office of Michael L. Chambers, Jr. have diligently assisted those who have lost loved ones in Connecticut fires over the years. We understand how challenging it can be to face the aftermath of a fatal fire and the impact that it can have on both emotional and financial levels. You have the right to seek compensation for a wide array of aspects. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Connecticut at (860) 231-9535 to find out how we can help you.

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Disclaimer: Attorney Michael L. Chambers, Jr. has been in private practice for more than twenty years, and he and his team have taken pride in serving his community. The goal in writing these posts is to bring awareness to the dangers associated with driving and operating various motor vehicles in Connecticut in hopes that drivers will slow down and use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid being involved in a serious accident. None of the information provided in this post should be considered legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post is not representative of the actual accident scene.