{"id":12341,"date":"2014-07-31T23:47:08","date_gmt":"2014-07-31T23:47:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/?page_id=86"},"modified":"2014-07-31T23:47:08","modified_gmt":"2014-07-31T23:47:08","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-car-accidents-and-burns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-car-accidents-and-burns\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Car Accidents and Burns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fires, explosions, chemical exposure, and heat can cause serious burns during a car accident.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Burn victims may be eligible for compensation that covers their medical bills, lost wages, pain, and suffering, and more.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Multiple parties may be responsible for your burns, including the at-fault driver<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;and manufacturers of defective or dangerous car parts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hiring an experienced car crash attorney is one of the best&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ways<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;victims can protect themselves.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During a&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/practice-area\/mobile\/car-accident-lawyers\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">car accident<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">victims frequently suffer life-changing burns due to contact with fire, heat, and corrosive chemicals. Unfortunately, even prompt treatment cannot always prevent serious damage&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and disfigurement from burns. However, that doesn\u2019t mean that you don\u2019t have legal options.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Andy&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Citrin<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;Injury Attorneys, we help people&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">with serious burns get the justice they deserve. In this article, learn more about common causes of car accident-related burns and who may be responsible for your injuries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Common Are Burns During Car Accidents?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You may be surprised to learn that accident-related burns are relatively common.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Between 2014 and 2016, there were an estimated 171,500 highway fires in the United States, causi<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ng roughly 1,300 injuries, 345 deaths, and $1.1 billion in property damage each year.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Burns occur when your skin&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">is exposed&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">heat<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">corrosive chemicals<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, or friction<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. This contact&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">can injure or kill your skin cells.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your skin is made up of layers, and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;doctors describe&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the severity of&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">your<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;burn based on<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;how deep your damage goes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">-d<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">egree&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">b<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">urns:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;Only the top layer of skin is damaged.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Second<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">-d<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">egree&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">b<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">urns:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;Your second layer of skin is damaged, causing more pain, and defined blistering.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Third<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">-d<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">egree&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">b<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">urns:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The burn damages both layers of your skin<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, plus nearby sweat glands, hair follicles, and tissues.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fourth-degree burns:<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The damage continues into underlying&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">fat.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fifth-degree burns:<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The burn kills or injures the muscles underneath your skin.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sixth-degree burns:<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In addition to all the above tissues, the burn also&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">damages your bones.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can also&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">damage your lungs if you inhale smoke during a car crash.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8220;If you suffer third-degree burns or worse, you\u2019ll require skin grafts, hospitalization, and intense medical treatment. However, even a minor burn can <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">lead to infection<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;and other complications<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, so you should always seek immediate medical care for car accident-related burns<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;Cause<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;Burns<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;During a Car Accident<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During a crash,&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">many things<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;can cause burn injuries:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fires or explosions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Corrosive chemical spills<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contact with hot metal, steam, or other objects in the crash<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Electrocution or contact with a live current&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(e.g.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;a down<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ed<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;power line)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Airbag deployment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Depending on the nature of the crash<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;multiple parties may be responsible for your injuries. According to the U.S. Fire Administration<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, \u201cunintentional actions<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201d such as careless driving behaviors<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;caused almost 38% of highway fires<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">nother 21% were due to equipment failure.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Andy&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Citrin<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;Injury Attorneys, we carefully investigate&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">car accident claims involving burns.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In addition to claims against an at-fault driver, you may also have product liability claims against the manufacturer or distributor of a defective or dangerous car part.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If we suspect&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">an equipment failure caused your injuries, our lawyers<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;need to act quickly to preserve evidence.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To prove a product liability claim against a manufacturer or distributor, we\u2019ll need to examine the&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">part or vehicle.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">W<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">hat Compensation Is Available After a Crash?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Depending on the nature of your claim, you may be eligible for&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">damages<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;related to your burns and other injuries. These damages may include compensation for your lost income, medical bills, pain and suffering, and disfigurement.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every burn-related injury claim is different.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When you meet with our team, we\u2019ll consider a variety of factors when we calculate your claim\u2019s value:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The location and severity of your burns<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether you have other serious injuries from the car accident<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your ability to return to work<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The cost of your medical care, including your future needs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The circumstances surrounding your crash<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The amount of available insurance coverage&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If the insurance company has offered you a settlement, you can probably assume that it does not adequately compensate you for your injuries.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An experienced&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">car crash lawyer can help piece together&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the timeline of what happened in the crash<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">if a defective product was to blame,&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">help you understand the real value of your claim<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">RELATED:&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/ebooks\/recovering-from-a-traumatic-injury-youre-not-alone\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ebook<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: How to Rebuild After a Catastrophic Injury<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Andy&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Citrin<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">&nbsp;Injury Attorneys: Fighting for Burn Victims in Alabama and Mississippi<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Burns can be some of the most painful and long-lasting&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">injuries&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">can suffer after a car crash. If you or someone you love&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">experienced burns after an&nbsp;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">accident that wasn\u2019t your fault, don\u2019t let the insurance company or the at-fault driver pressure you into accepting less than you deserve.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Andy\u00a0Citrin\u00a0Injury Attorneys, we\u2019ve dedicated our careers to fighting for victims just like you who need help after a serious accident.\u00a0That\u2019s why we offer\u00a0every potential client\u00a0a free, no-risk consultation with our team of experienced, tenacious attorneys.\u00a0To schedule yours today, please call us at\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"tel:(251)758-1452\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>251-888-8888 <\/strong><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, or send us a message using our\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/contact-us\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">simple online form<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We look forward to hearing from you!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">References<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:180,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Burns. (2018, January).&nbsp;<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">National Institute of General Medical Sciences<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Highway vehicle fires (2014-2016). (2018, July).&nbsp;<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">U.S. Fire Administration<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 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