Hyderabad Diwali Firecracker Injuries | Hyderabad, Nov. 9: Thirty-two people with eye injuries caused by firecrackers during Diwali celebrations received treatment at Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital. Hospital officials confirmed the cases on Sunday, November 8.
One patient has completely lost vision in his right eye, officials said. The incident highlights the risks of careless firecracker use during festive celebrations.
Six injured people, including four children, have been admitted to the hospital. Resident Medical Officer Dr Ibrahim told reporters that the remaining 26 received medication.
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Doctors advised those patients to return for follow-up care. Meanwhile, treatment is continuing for the admitted patients.
Hyderabad Diwali Firecracker Injuries | Hospital Prepared for Diwali Emergency Cases
Ahead of Diwali, the 550-bed hospital in Mehdipatnam reserved 20 beds for firecracker injury cases. It also kept doctors, nurses, support staff and ambulance drivers on standby.
Additionally, ambulances were stationed in districts to transport emergency patients to Hyderabad.
Hospital Superintendent Dr P. Modini said the hospital treated 116 patients with firecracker injuries during the previous Diwali season. It treated another 115 patients during the season before that.
Doctors had warned that careless handling of firecrackers could cause burns and permanent eye damage. They advised families to keep water and basic first-aid supplies ready.
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They also urged people to seek immediate medical attention after any eye injury involving firecrackers.
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