Toddler Burned By Boiling Water In Hazelmere, KZN

In a state of panic, the mother boarded a minibus with her injured child in search of urgent assistance. Witnesses said she acted swiftly to get her daughter help following the tragic mishap at home.

A 13-month-old girl sustained serious burn injuries on both legs after a boiling water accident at her family’s home in Hazelmere, KwaZulu-Natal, on Wednesday afternoon.

According to Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), the incident occurred when the child’s mother placed a recently boiled kettle on a table. The toddler tugged on the extension cord, causing the kettle to topple and spill scalding water over her legs.

Toddler Mother’s Quick Response After the Accident

In a state of panic, the mother boarded a minibus with her injured child in search of urgent assistance. Witnesses said she acted swiftly to get her daughter help following the tragic mishap at home.

RUSA later confirmed that the baby had sustained “extensive burns” as a result of the boiling water spill.

Emergency responders from RUSA arrived shortly after and provided immediate medical attention. The paramedics stabilized the toddler on the scene before transporting her to hospital for further treatment.

Authorities are urging parents and guardians to remain cautious around hot appliances and electrical cords, especially with toddlers in the home.