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Boat Fires


Boats present unique hazard of fire and explosions. The hazard exists due to the presence of gas within confined, poorly ventilated spaces. Oftentimes gasoline is released into boat spaces due to improper storage, equipment failure, lines leaking and/or spills. Gas vapors are heavier than air and escaping vapors can "float" into the hatches and ports of a boat.

According to marine safety experts, preventative measures include:

- proper ventilation,
- proper refueling methods,
- avoiding spillage and overflow,
- periodic inspection of fuel systems,
- use of inflammable materials of construction, and
- installation of fire suppression equipment.


Explosion/ Fire Due to Improper Design

Many times explosions and fires aboard recreational boats are caused and/or contributed by defective designs. Electrical systems must be properly designed and maintained to reduce electrical ignition sources. Bonding ground systems should be in place for all boats with fixed electrical systems. Exhaust motors should be installed by manufacturers.


Federal Equpment Requirements

Fire extinguishing equipment is required by law on recreational vessels. Fire extinguishers may prevent the spread of fire, reducing damage.


Old Boats Are At Highest Risk For Explosions

Sometimes it is difficult to fully document a vessel damaged by fire because they sink or the explosion causes so much damage. We have found that with older boats explode after fueling because wires leading to the blower or the ignition have become frayed over the years of bouncing and being slammed. The frayed wire causes gas vapors to ignite.


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The San Diego, California personal injury law firm of The Turley Law Firm serves clients across  Southern California area. We give you straight talk about your legal options. We have handled cases from San Diego to Imperial Beach to Oceanside to Escondido to El Cajon, everywhere in between, such as: Alpine, Camp Pendleton, Cardiff, Carlsbad, Chula Vista, CoronadoDel Mar, Eastlake, Encinitas, La Mesa, La Costa, La Jolla, Lakeside, Lemon Grove, Mission Bay, NAS San Diego, National City, Naval Station San Diego, North Island, North County, Pacific Beach, Point Loma, Port of San Diego, Poway, Ramona, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Santa Fe, San Marcos, San Diego Harbor, Santee, Solana Beach, South Bay, Spring Valley, Vista.

We handle cases across California, including: Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Orange County, Imperial County, Los Angeles County, and Ventura County, Colorado River, Mexico, Cabo, Pacific Ocean and all the Oceans and waterways across California and the World.


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