Flash Fire Welding Accident Leaves Man Dead

An 83-year-old Pennsylvania man has passed away from injuries sustained in a welding accident earlier this month.

Ronald L. Milhimes, a resident of Oxford Township, died on April 8 at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Cedar Crest, as confirmed by Lehigh County Coroner Dr. Daniel A. Buglio via local outlet Fox 43.

Milhimies sustained severe burns to his lower extremities and was transported to the facility for treatment, according to Buglio. The injuries occurred on April 3 during a welding accident in his home garage.

Milhimes Reportedly Suffered Full-Thickness Burns Over 25-30% of His Body

Buglio reported that Milhimes was using a welding torch when it triggered a flash fire, causing full-thickness burns over 25-30% of his lower extremities…

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