Hot water from a mobile lunch cart caused injuries to two students and a staff member at the Henderson Lower K-1 School in Dorchester. The incident took place in the school cafeteria, and those injured were treated for their injuries. The situation is under investigation, according to reports by Boston.com.
Emergency responders were called to a Boston school at 12:30 p.m. after two children were injured. One had serious injuries, and the other had minor burns. A school nurse helped them until help arrived. Police are investigating how it happened. NBC Boston reported that one child, a 6-year-old boy, had severe burns. The children's conditions are not known, and there is concern for their recovery. The school is reviewing its safety protocols.
The Boston Police Department is investigating what caused the burns during a school day. The exact cause is not yet known, but authorities are looking into all possibilities. A spokesperson for Boston Public Schools said, “We are grateful for the quick response and are now working to ensure that our students and families have the support they need,” as stated by Boston.com.
