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Characteristics of a burn disaster
| • Large number of patients with extensive burn injuries | • Immediate care and assistance may not be adequate |
| • A high incidence of serious associated injuries | • Response time may be prolonged |
| • Site of the disaster is not always accessible | • Local infrastructure may be affected by fire |
