2-Year-Old Boy Dies After Falling into Boiling Batchoy in Carles, Iloilo
CARLES, ILOILO – A 2-year-old boy tragically lost his life after falling into a pot of boiling batchoy at their home.
The accident happened at their home in Brgy. Pantalan, while the boy’s siblings were at school and his father was at work. The child was at home with his mother, who was busy preparing batchoy to sell as part of her livelihood.
The mother had placed the pot of boiling batchoy on the ground after cooking, intending to cook fried chicken next. She briefly left the kitchen to attend to something inside the house. When she returned, she was horrified to find her young son had fallen into the pot.
It is believed that the child while playing nearby, lost his balance and accidentally tumbled into the boiling soup.
The mother, along with a neighbor, immediately rushed the boy to the hospital. Unfortunately, the journey to the nearest medical facility took about an hour due to their remote island location.
Despite their efforts, the severity of the burns proved too much, and the boy did not survive the trip. The child’s tragic death has left the family in deep mourning and has deeply saddened the local community.
The incident reminds the public of how quickly accidents can happen, especially with young children around. It emphasizes the importance of constant vigilance when dealing with hot liquids and other potential hazards in the home.
Parents are reminded of the importance of keeping young children away from potential dangers, especially hot liquids. The family is now receiving support from their community as they cope with the loss of their young child.
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