Family files wrongful death lawsuit against 24 Hour Fitness after steam room explosion in Colorado Springs

David Diaz suffered fatal burns from an explosion in a steam room at 24 Hour Fitness in Colorado Springs in January 2023. His family has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit, claiming the gym was aware of a malfunctioning steamer spout. The lawsuit alleges that the gym acted recklessly, leading to Diaz's injuries. He spent over $900,000 on medical care before dying 11 days after the incident. The family is seeking unspecified damages for gross negligence. 24 Hour Fitness has not commented on the lawsuit. The case was filed in El Paso County District Court.