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REPORT: Hand Sanitizer Allegedly Explodes At Children’s Museum, Sends 4-Year-Old To Hospital With Burn

A 4-year-old boy was injured on Saturday A hand sanitizer bottle reportedly exploded at the Oklahoma Children’s Museum During the exhibition using open frames, the witness said.

Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum wTo perform activities in mArshmallows and hot dogs were roasted on a propane grill, witness I said News9. The hand sanitizer is said to have exploded because it was located near the flame. Seminole Fire Chief Scott chIlders I said KFor is investigating authorities to determine what led to the explosion.

The incident was a “practical activity” and caused “burns” to the child. According to Museum statement. Staff provided first aidD Emergency Service was done immediately I was called. KaiLd He was taken to Oklahoma City Hospital for treatment.reported by KFOR. (Related: Report: California students were hospitalized after adults ran through the office and fought school staff and children)

“The safety and happiness of all children and families visiting our museum is our number one priority,” said the Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum. “We have conducted a thorough review of the incident and the activity of the issue has been suspended while we evaluate and modify safety protocols to prevent future occurrences.”

“We would like to thank our staff and paramedics for their prompt response. And wE is committed to learning from this situation and continuing to provide a safe, fun and enriched environment for all children. ”

witness And the boy’s parents According to New9, staff members who contradict the museum’s statement did not respond promptly..