#1
#1 out of 197.14%
health3h ago
Dad and son set on fire while toasting marshmallow s'mores and skin melts off
- A Florida family was badly burned when embers from a charcoal grill ignited a can of gunpowder during a marshmallow s'mores night.
- Bailey Richards, 26, suffered second-degree burns on hands, face and legs, with third-degree burns on arms and shoulder.
- Emmanuel Richards, five, also sustained second-degree burns on his arms but did not require surgery.
- The incident occurred after embers landed on a can of gunpowder stored in the back garden, triggering an explosion.
- The family was rushed to hospital, where Bailey required multiple surgeries for skin grafts and physical therapy is planned.
- Emmanuel's injuries included second-degree burns on his arms, with bandaged arms shown in photos.
- Stephanie, who was eight months pregnant, called the event a family crisis but said they are grateful for recovery.
- The incident prompted a GoFundMe page to help cover hospital and recovery costs.
- Authorities or officials urged caution with fires in gardens to prevent similar accidents.
- The family was staying with relatives when the explosion occurred, complicating recovery logistics.
Vote 0