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Drama at Fireworks Show in Altea: 27 Injured, Eleven Seriously Burned
During the 40th edition of the fireworks show in Altea, Spain, 27 attendees were injured by launched fireworks. Eleven of them were taken to the hospital with serious burns.
During the annual fireworks show in Altea, which celebrated its fortieth edition this year, an incident occurred in which 27 people were injured. The accident took place when a firework rocket deviated from its course and landed in the crowd. The spectacular fireworks show, known as Castell de l’Olla, attracted many visitors.
The incident led to panic among attendees on the beach where the rocket landed. Of the 27 injured, 11 were transferred to a specialized burn center in Alicante with serious burns. The remaining victims received medical assistance on-site.
Witnesses confirm that the fireworks were exhibiting deviations and that the situation escalated quickly. The event organizers have not yet issued an official statement regarding the cause of the malfunction during the show.
According to sources, some of the victims have been transferred to the hospital for further treatment. The burns unit in Alicante has been called in to assist with the most severe cases. Emergency services responded rapidly to the situation on the beach.
Incidents during fireworks shows are not uncommon, but the consequences of this incident are more serious than usual. It remains unclear what measures will be taken to prevent a recurrence in the future.
So far, the organizers have not released a press statement regarding the developments and the condition of the injured. This has led to concerns and questions among visitors who were present during the show.