Exploding firework injures boy's hands, face

14-year-old airlifted to hospital after mishap in Titusville

TITUSVILLE, Fla. – A teenager playing with a firework Monday night in Brevard County suffered injuries to his hands and face when it blew up, officials said.

The 14-year-old was airlifted to a hospital after the mishap at the Park Villas Apartments in Titusville.

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The boy suffered burns and needed stitches, officials said.

No one else was injured.

The Department of Children and Families was contacted about the incident.


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