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2-year-old boy suffers third-degree burns after Crock-Pot falls on him
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· July 22, 2026
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Key points The boy, who is 2 years old, was hurt when a cooking device tipped over, causing severe burns. A fundraising campaign is underway to support the recovery of a young boy injured in an accident.
A fundraising campaign is underway to support the recovery of a young boy injured in an accident. The boy, who is 2 years old, was hurt when a cooking device tipped over, causing severe burns. He is currently being treated at a hospital in Nashville.
The boy's family is seeking help to cover the costs of his care. A page has been set up to collect donations, which will be used to support his recovery. The boy's condition is serious, and he will require further medical procedures.
Further details about the accident and the boy's condition are available from the source.
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Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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