death from falling from high rise balcony: Balconies Can Be Risky Places
- 08/08/13 02:21 AM
While not always in the headlines, the frequency of people falling from hi-rise buildings seems to be on the increase. Mainly it's falls from balconies or roof top amenities, but a few have fallen due to failure of windows, doors or railings. A study completed earlier this year notes an increase in accidental deaths of 45% between 2000 and 2010. While no clear reason was noted, the increase of hi-rise buildings seems obvious.The influence of horseplay, alcohol and recreational drugs was also cited. She usually leans on the railing, an act she is now reconsidering. “I’m definitely more alarmed, I will … (0 comments)
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While not always in the headlines, the frequency of people falling from hi-rise buildings seems to be on the increase. Mainly it's falls from balconies or roof top amenities, but a few have fallen due to failure of windows, doors or railings. A study completed earlier this year notes an increase in accidental deaths of 45% between 2000 and 2010. While no clear reason was noted, the increase of hi-rise buildings seems obvious.The influence of horseplay, alcohol and recreational drugs was also cited.
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