Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Year : 2, Issue: 18
Anadolu Agency: At least two people died, and 22 others were injured in a fireworks-related incident in Hawaii on New Year’s Day, local media reported.
Emergency responders, including police, fire, and emergency medical services, are currently at the scene of the accident, which occurred in the Salt Lake-Aliamanu area of Honolulu, according to Hawaii News Now.
Police called on the public to stay clear of the area as they work to provide care and maintain security at the scene.
Medical personnel at the scene suspect the fatal incident started when a firework exploded in the hands of a 14-year-old boy, according to Newsweek. He received initial treatment at the location before being taken to a trauma center for further care.
