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Beach-fire burns in San Diego County
T O Field1, W Dominic, J Hansbrough
1University of California, San Diego Regional Burn Center.
Burns, Including Thermal Injury
|October 1, 1987
Summary
Beach fires caused 22 burn injuries in San Diego County over two years. This review highlights common features of these preventable beach fire burns to inform public safety.
Area of Science:
- Emergency Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Beach fires are a common recreational activity in coastal areas.
- Burns from recreational activities pose a significant public health concern.
Observation:
- Seven patients were treated for beach fire burns in September and October 1986.
- A retrospective review identified an additional 15 patients with beach fire burns over the preceding two years.
Findings:
- A total of 22 cases of beach fire burns were documented over a two-year period.
- Common characteristics and circumstances surrounding these injuries were identified and summarized.
- Four representative cases are detailed to illustrate the nature of the injuries.
Implications:
- Findings underscore the need for targeted public education regarding beach fire safety.
- Understanding common features can aid in developing preventative strategies for burn injuries.
- This data highlights a recurring issue of preventable injuries associated with beach fires.