Illegal Firecracker Severed 14-Year-Old's Finger in Explosion in Vienna-Hernals

The Syrian had ignited the pyrotechnics, which he had received from an acquaintance, at around 5:00 PM in a park on Pezzlgasse. Subsequently, the teenager was given first aid by the emergency services and taken to a hospital, according to the police on Saturday.

14-Year-Old Lost a Finger Due to Firecracker in Vienna-Hernals

The authorities explicitly warn against the use of unauthorized firecrackers and improper use of pyrotechnics. Most accidents and dangerous incidents with pyrotechnic products are due to carelessness, negligence, and improper or abusive use.

Especially the prohibited and reckless handling of pyrotechnics, mostly obtained from abroad without the necessary quality and approval criteria, poses a great potential for danger.

(APA/Red)

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