Elderly Man Seriously Injured in Smithtown House Fire Along 115A Oakside Drive
SMITHTOWN, NEW YORK (July 15, 2026) – An 82-year-old man was seriously injured in a Smithtown residential fire at a house along 115A Oakside Drive.
Suffolk County officials are saying that the incident occurred around 5:54 PM on July 11. Firefighters were called to the property after getting reports of a major fire.
One person was extricated from the home and transported to Stony Brook University Hospital with major injuries. That person reportedly suffered burns along with smoke inhalation.
There is no word yet on what the source of the fire may have been. A full investigation remains ongoing.
Liability for Long Island Home Fires
Thousands of people are seriously injured or killed every year in preventable residential fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “During this five-year period, US fire departments responded to an estimated average of 328,590 home structure fires per year. These fires caused an annual average of 2,600 civilian deaths; 10,770 civilian fire injuries; and $8.9 billion in direct property damage.” There are many different common causes of residential fires.
- Lit candles
- Electrical malfunctions
- Space heaters
- Cooking accidents
- Gas explosions
Depending on the unique facts of any given case, there could be multiple liable parties for any residential fire. Property owners in New York have a heavy obligation to maintain their premises in a safe condition. This requires that they abide by all fire and safety codes. If a property owner fails to take reasonable measures to prevent fires, this could serve as evidence of negligence. Any person injured in a fire may be able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim.
Investigating Long Island Home Fires
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to the man injured in this Suffolk County residential fire. We hope that he’ll be able to make a full recovery. Anyone with information should reach out to the fire department.
Have you or a loved one been injured in a Suffolk County residential fire? You may be entitled to financial compensation. Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys is here to support you. We are committed to helping victims get the medical and financial assistance they need to move forward with their lives. You are always welcome to reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
