Asbestos Exposure on Ships:

USS FRESNO CL 121 CRUISER

USS Fresno was the second United States Navy ship to be named after the city of Fresno, Nevada. The Federal Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company started work on the USS Fresno on the 12th of February 1945, completing the cruiser on the 5th of March 1946. The entire construction process was sponsored by Mrs. Ruth R. Martin. USS Fresno was commissioned to active service as a United States Navy cruiser on the 27th of November 1946. Not being assigned only after the War was over; USS Fresno has not undertaken any important war missions, because she was also decommissioned less than 3 years in active service, on the 17th of May 1949. She was struck in April of 1965 and scrapped the next year.

These were the ship’s main attributes during her active service:

  • Atlanta class light cruiser
  • Displacement of 6000 tons
  • 541 feet in length
  • Maximum speed, as resulted from testing, was 33 knots
  • 623 people, including officers, served on the ship

Asbestos on the USS Fresno has serious consequences

It is a widely spread knowledge these days that exposure to asbestos fibers is very harmful for human health. Unfortunately, people working on board war ships of the second World War era were constantly exposed to this threat because the ships contained large amounts of asbestos containing materials used in several areas, mainly for insulation and fire proofing reasons. Careless work around these materials produced damage that allowed for the release of deadly fibers into the air. Anyone coming in contact with those fibers (swallowing or inhaling them) causes serious health problems. The disorders caused by this type of mineral usually remain latent for longer periods of time, but until they start to exhibit the first symptoms it is too late.

Have you been exposed to asbestos on the USS Fresno? Contact an attorney!

We recommend contacting an attorney specialized on mesothelioma and asbestos litigations for several purposes. He will be able to explain what your legal rights are and how you can benefit from them. If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, for example, you probably know that treatment is quite expensive. An experienced asbestos or mesothelioma attorney will help you receive the necessary funds. The process is simple and only involves some basic documents.

Do not hesitate to contact an asbestos specialist at any point. We can help you with important updates and information regarding asbestos and mesothelioma issues you might encounter. This is all free.