Thirteen people reached Almora’s Base Hospital and District Hospital after being injured by firecrackers during Diwali celebrations on Sunday and Monday. An 8-year-old boy from the Someshwar area suffered serious burns to his hand and was referred to Haldwani for plastic surgery.

The child arrived at the Base Hospital on Sunday in serious condition. Dr Kiran Bora, in-charge of the medical college’s emergency department, said the firecracker burns had severely affected his hand, requiring treatment at a higher centre.

Other patients treated and discharged

4 other firecracker-injury patients visited the Base Hospital over the 2 days, while 8 reached the District Hospital. Doctors provided medical advice and wound dressing before sending all of them home.

Another patient also reached the Base Hospital after suffering burns from hot water. This case was separate from the firecracker-related injuries.

Hospitals placed on alert

Health authorities have kept hospitals across Almora on alert because of the possibility of burn cases and breathing-related problems during Diwali. Residents have been advised to use firecrackers carefully and reach the nearest hospital quickly if an accident occurs.

Conclusion

The Diwali period saw 13 firecracker-injury patients treated at Almora’s 2 hospitals, including one child who required referral to Haldwani for plastic surgery. Other patients were discharged after treatment, while hospitals remain alert for possible emergencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many people were treated for firecracker injuries in Almora?

Thirteen people reached Almora’s Base Hospital and District Hospital with firecracker-related injuries over Sunday and Monday.

Q. What happened to the 8-year-old child?

The child from the Someshwar area suffered serious burns to his hand and was referred to Haldwani for plastic surgery.

Q. How many firecracker-injury patients visited the Base Hospital?

The Base Hospital treated the child and 4 other patients for firecracker injuries.

Q. How many patients reached the District Hospital?

8 patients with firecracker injuries reached the District Hospital.

Q. What advice has been issued to residents?

Residents have been asked to use firecrackers carefully and reach the nearest hospital immediately after an accident.