17 August 2024, 13:00

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In Cyprus, a man received severe burns while trying to light a fire in a barbecue.

In Cyprus, a man received severe burns while trying to light a fire in a barbecue.

On Friday, August 16, a 60-year-old man was taken to hospital in critical condition after he suffered burns while trying to light a fire in a barbecue.

According to the National Health Service (Okypy), the victim is currently in the intensive care unit at Nicosia General Hospital. He has numerous burns on his face and body. Doctors describe his condition as critical.

The man is believed to have suffered injuries while trying to light a barbecue fire, apparently using petrol instead of kerosene acid.

Source: cyprus-mail.com

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