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Miracle Boy Home After 90% Burns: Community Rallies
16 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Ramesses Vazquez-Viana, 10, returned home after surviving a plane crash.
- He suffered burns on over 90% of his body following the January incident.
- Community surprises included a new car for his mother and $50,000 for school.
Ten-year-old Ramesses Vazquez-Viana, a survivor of a severe plane crash, has been welcomed home after nearly a year of intensive surgeries and rehabilitation. The incident, which occurred in January, left him with critical burns covering more than 90% of his body, necessitating extensive medical care across multiple hospitals.
His return has been met with overwhelming community support, culminating in a vibrant homecoming celebration. Surprises included a new car for his mother and a significant $50,000 donation to his elementary school, Smedley Elementary, to aid students and programs.
Ramesses' journey, marked by remarkable perseverance, has inspired many. While he will initially attend classes virtually, he is expected to return to in-person learning soon, reuniting with his classmates, teachers, and the community that championed his recovery.
