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Modesto BBQ Fire Injures Teen Severely
24 Mar
Summary
- Teenager suffered second-degree burns to nearly 50% of their body.
- A flammable liquid caused a flash fire during a backyard gathering.
- Two other adults also sustained burns in the Modesto incident.
A teenager sustained severe injuries in a backyard fire during a family gathering in Modesto on Monday evening. The incident occurred just before 8 p.m. in the 300 block of North Madison Street.
The fire erupted when the teenager attempted to relight a barbecue using a flammable liquid. This action caused a sudden flash fire, resulting in significant burns.
The teen suffered second-degree burns covering nearly 50% of their body. Emergency crews provided immediate treatment, and a medical helicopter transported the individual to a specialized burn center.
Additionally, two adults present at the gathering also sustained burns, although the severity of their injuries was not immediately detailed by officials.
