Source: Fox News
Summary
Parents are being warned about a new trend among kids involving alcohol and an open flame, known as the “fire-breathing” challenge. The trend has led to reports of severe burns, with one teen in Pennsylvania being intubated and treated for burns to the face, neck, and chest. The challenge involves holding alcohol in the mouth and blowing it onto a match or open flame. Fire experts are urging parents to monitor household products and educate their children on the dangers of this trend.
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The advice sounds familiar.
This trend has led to severe burns and life-altering injuries. The use of isopropyl alcohol in this challenge is particularly concerning, as it can cause stomach pain, dizziness, and slowed breathing if ingested. Fire experts are warning parents to closely monitor household products and educate their children on the dangers of this trend. The “fire-breathing” challenge is just the latest in a series of online stunts that have led to injuries in recent weeks.
It’s a reminder that some online trends are not worth the risk.
Author: Evan Null
