California teen loses hand, suffers severe burns when fireworks device explodes

The explosion caused severe burns to the teen’s chest and face and resulted in the ‘traumatic amputation’ of his right hand.

15-Year-Old Loses Hand in ‘Traumatic Amputation’ and Is Left with Severe Burns After Firework Detonates in His Hand

A 15-year-old boy underwent a "traumatic" amputation after a firecracker detonated in his hand. The boy suffered severe ...

Teen severely burned, hand amputated after firework accident in Oceanside

Officials said that the explosion left severe burns to the teen’s chest and face, as well as a traumatic amputation to his ...
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Fireworks safety: Prevent burns and fires this New Year’s Eve

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Fireworks light up the sky this time of year, but the celebration can quickly turn dangerous. From burns to dumpster fires, officials say many of these incidents are ...
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Fireworks can cause eye injuries, burns

HOUSTON – Playing with fireworks should not be taken lightly this Independence Day holiday. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, last year 65 percent of all fireworks injuries happened ...