According to Ms. Đ.H.S., a resident at alley 207, Cây Da Street (Tan Binh Ward, Di An City), near midnight, when fireworks were being set off on Cây Da Street, her two children, P.Đ.N.P. (13 years old) and his younger sister P.Đ.N.T. (5 years old), went outside to watch. However, just minutes later, a tragic incident occurred, causing both children to be injured by flying fireworks.
Two children in Bình Dương injured by fireworks, burned on face and hands
The older brother was burned on the hand, while the younger sister was burned on the face due to the flying fireworks (Photo: Provided by residents).
What Happened?
Ms. S. shared that while her children were watching the fireworks, there was a sudden small explosion causing the fireworks to scatter. As a result, the boy was burned on his hand, and the girl was burned on her face. Upon realizing that her children were crying in pain with their clothes partially burnt and severe injuries, she immediately took them to the emergency room for treatment.
According to the older child’s account, the fireworks were placed on a chair to be ignited, but the chair tipped over, causing the fireworks to fall onto the street and hit both children. “My son told me that they placed the fireworks on a chair to ignite them, but the chair fell, making the fireworks fly towards the children. It was truly an unfortunate accident,” Ms. S. said.
Local Authorities’ Response
Upon receiving the report, the Tan Binh Ward Police promptly arrived at the scene. They assisted in transporting the two children to the hospital for initial treatment, bandaging their wounds, and recording details of the incident. On January 29, representatives from the local authorities visited the children to check on their health and further investigate the incident.
However, the family remains upset as the individuals responsible for the accident have not yet reached out or shown any signs of responsibility toward the children.
Lessons Learned
This accident serves as a wake-up call regarding the potential dangers associated with using fireworks during festive seasons. While fireworks are an integral part of the holiday atmosphere, improper adherence to safety regulations can lead to severe consequences, especially for children—those most vulnerable to harm.
Important Safety Tips:
- Maintain Safe Distances: Children should be reminded to keep a safe distance from areas where fireworks are being lit.
- Check Firework Placement: Ensure that the area where fireworks are set off is stable and远离易燃物或人群密集区。
- Supervise Children: Parents should closely monitor their children when they go outside to watch fireworks, especially at night.
- Raise Community Awareness: Each individual must enhance their awareness of safe firework usage and avoid irresponsible behaviors that could endanger others.
Conclusion
Firework accidents not only cause physical harm but also significantly impact the mental well-being of children. The incident involving two children in Bình Dương injured by fireworks is a strong reminder of the importance of adhering to safety rules during the festival season. To prevent similar incidents, families and communities must work together to raise awareness and protect children—the future of the nation.
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Source: dantri.com.vn
