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Girl Injured by Exploding Squishy Toy
29 May
Summary
- A girl suffered severe burns and vision issues after microwaving a toy.
- The incident occurred due to a dangerous social media trend.
- The toy manufacturer will add 'Do Not Heat' warnings to products.
A distressing incident occurred recently when an 11-year-old girl suffered severe burns and near-blindness after microwaving a squishy toy. The toy exploded in her face, embedding slime and glitter near her eye. This alarming event was reportedly inspired by a dangerous social media trend.
The girl's mother described the terrifying moments as her daughter screamed in pain, initially thinking the squishy had simply popped. Medical professionals are evaluating the extent of the damage, with concerns about potential scarring and the need for further treatment.
In response, the toy manufacturer One for Fun issued a safety statement. While acknowledging the incident, they emphasized that the product is not designed for heating and existing guidance advised against misuse. The company will now add a 'Do Not Heat' warning to this and similar items as a precautionary measure.
