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Firecracker explodes in hand: 18-year-old seriously injured

An 18-year-old seriously injured his hand with a firecracker on New Year's Eve near Landshut in Lower Bavaria. The firecracker exploded uncontrollably in the young man's hand when he lit it, a police spokesman said on Monday. As a result, he will probably lose two fingers, they said.

A sign with the inscription "Emergency room" hangs on a hospital. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
A sign with the inscription "Emergency room" hangs on a hospital. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Emergencies - Firecracker explodes in hand: 18-year-old seriously injured

An 18-year-old seriously injured his hand with a firecracker on New Year's Eve near Landshut in Lower Bavaria. The firecracker exploded uncontrollably in the young man's hand when he lit it, a police spokesman said on Monday. As a result, he will probably lose two fingers, they said.

The police in Lower Bavaria were called out on a "considerable number" of missions on New Year's Eve, as was reported in the morning. However, there were no major incidents.

The negligent use of fireworks caused a number of property damages and more than 20 small fires, such as garbage cans. However, the damage was reportedly always in the three- or four-digit range. There were no injuries.

Police statement

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Source: www.stern.de

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