Title: Seven-Year-Old Among Five Injured in New Year’s Eve Firework Incidents in Yambol
In a series of firework-related incidents that marred New Year’s Eve celebrations in Yambol, a seven-year-old child was among five people injured, with one adult requiring urgent surgery for a severe burn.
A 30-Year-Old Man Hospitalized After Firework Accident
A 30-year-old man was rushed to Yambol’s local hospital after a firework malfunctions, sending a projectile into his chest. The incident caused a severe thermal burn, and the man was admitted for immediate treatment.
Five Injured, Including a Child Requiring Specialized Surgery
Four other individuals, ranging from 14 to 30 years old, were also injured in separate firework incidents and admitted to the same hospital. The seven-year-old child sustained injuries severe enough to require specialized surgical care and was transferred to Sofia’s "Pirogov" Hospital for a plastic surgery procedure.
Other Injuries Include Hand Lacerations and Finger Amputation
The remaining three patients, aged 14, 25, and 30, were admitted to the local orthopedic ward. They suffered deep lacerations on their hands, with one patient losing a finger due to the incident.
Local Health Authorities Call for Firework Safety Awareness
Medical professionals at the local hospital urge the public to exercise caution when handling fireworks, emphasizing the importance of following safety guidelines to prevent such accidents. They join local health authorities in calling for stricter enforcement of firework regulations to ensure public safety during celebrations.
Source: Sevdalina Krusteva, BTA
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