Residents still searching for answers from Irlam gas explosion

The blast which occurred in the home of pensioner Marie Burns emanated from her cooker and left the 74 year old with life threatening injuries.

Local residents can recall the incident which left many of them with emotional scars. Leon Barker remembers how he had to drag his three young sons from the rubble. 

“It was amazing that none of them even needed to stay in hospital overnight. I still think about what happened – I have nightmares and I’ve been seeing a therapist because I feel like I didn’t do enough,” he said.

The Health and Safety Executive have an ongoing investigation into the situation but local residents believe they are no closer to discovering what was behind the investigation. 

There was substantial damage to the houses amounting to a bill around £2 million and the houses are now in the process of being rebuilt. 

Claims from a gas explosion

Gas is one of our cheapest natural elements, but if not controlled correctly it can also be one of the most dangerous. Gas is commonplace in most homes around the UK and there are a number of safeguards put in place to ensure that it is used as a safe and effective method of energy. In some situations however negligence occurs and gas appliances that are not frequently maintained and safety checked can pose a potential hazard to anyone in the surrounding area.

Gas explosions can be quite severe and they can lead to fires and numerous other problems which can in turn lead to further injuries. If you have been injured as the result of  gas explosion which has occurred from poor maintenance which is the responsibility of another person, then you could be eligible to make a personal injury claim for negligence against them. 

What can I do next?

When it comes to making a claim for a gas explosion, Legal Request are industry experts. Our team brings together a wealth of knowledge in the personal injury industry and we can help you with your compensation claim – ensuring that you receive every penny that you are entitled to straight into your pocket.

So if you are concerned about making a personal injury claim or simply not sure how, leave it to the experts. Give the team at Legal Request a call today on 0800 990 3500 and let us handle your personal injury claim.