‘Volcano’ erupts, 59 students hurt

Kochi | Sunday | 16th September, 2018

Summary:

KOCHI: A science workshop organized by an aided school in Angamaly went awry when a working volcano model exploded injuring 59 students and a teacher at the school ground on Saturday. Hospital authorities said Class X student Kasinath sustained a deep injury on his forearm, while Class VI student Abdul Rehman got injured in the eye. Two students were admitted to a private hospital, the rest, who sustained minor injuries, were discharged after treatment. Their condition is stable.The students were hurt after small pieces of paving tiles and stones kept inside the volcano model – presented by a Class X student of Holy Family High School – hit them when the model exploded.“The incident occurred around 11.30am. There were four volcano models prepared by different students..