Five people were injured, including a 12 -year -old child, reported during the Vam festival at the Necedvu Messirian Temple in Azikode in Kannur district, including a 12 -year -old child. The incident occurred on Friday morning when a fireworks were carried out and exploded among the crowd to see the traditional ritual.
According to eyewitnesses, according to a report on Hindu, the accident occurred around 4:30 am when a cracker, which was about to launch in the sky, fell into the misunderstanding and the audience. The explosion caused panic and chaos, in which many attendees suffered injuries. Among the injured, a person has been described in critical condition and has been taken to a special hospital in Mangalore for advanced medical care. The victim suffered serious injuries from the explosion and required immediate attention, reported the Times of India.
Local officials confirmed that the injured were taken to nearby hospitals for immediate treatment. The condition of the other four victims is reported to be stable, although they are subject to observation for burning and other injuries due to the explosion.
A lively and culturally important event in Kerala draws a large crowd every year. The use of fireworks is a traditional part of the festival, but this phenomenon has expressed concern about safety measures during such events.
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