Two children hurt by firework at Wilmslow display

by Lisa Reeves

Monday 7^th November 2011

Mon 7^th Nov 2011

Two young children were injured when a firework shot into the crowd at a Wilmslow display.

The incident occurred just after 8pm at the bonfire and fireworks event at the Carnival Fields on Saturday, 5th November.

A four year-old girl was taken to hospital having received a burn to her arm and a six year-old boy was treated by paramedics at the scene after ashes went into his eye.

The girl has been transferred to Manchester Children's Hospital for treatment to a small but deep burn.

Wilmslow Bonfire and Fireworks Night is a charity event organised by Wilmslow and District Round Table in association with Ladies Circle, Imagine FM and other local organisations.

Police are currently investigating the incident.

Update: Tuesday 8th November 8am.

The police have confirmed this morning that there is no criminal investigation.

This incident appears to have been a very unfortunate accident as the rogue firework came from the display which was organised by a reputable company.

Tags:: Bonfire Night

Comments

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Stephanie Sankey

Monday 7^th November 2011 at 6:57 pm

Oh dear...I'm glad we weren't there!!! You would think at these big organised events, that these things couldn't happen - they would make sure the fireworks are good quality, and only shoot off in the required direction.... Let's hope the little girl gets well soon.

Adam O'Neill

Monday 7^th November 2011 at 7:51 pm

Presuming this is the same incident I'm thinking of.... that drew the attention of staff and the display experts...... I was about 20 feet away, with friends even closer and this was not a "bad quality" firework or a "misplaced" firework but was thrown into the crowd from behind. It wasnt seen until it went off in the crowd and I nor others certainly did not see anyone react to a firework from over head. I saw one small firework fire off behind the bonfire but I doubt that this could have been the cause. Would be great to hear more on this as I don't think it is clear for some what actually happened.

Joseph Taylor

Monday 7^th November 2011 at 9:01 pm

Everyday you come across hazards & risks, therefore dealing with fireworks is also dangerous, and this is always recongised.

Therefore just to say that turning up anywhere always has its risks.
I was there, and i did see two firesworks one going into the hedge and the other jumping in to the croud.

But never or less; turning up anywhere has its risks.

Monday 7^th November 2011 at 10:09 pm

Thanks, nice to have that cleared up. As you say, risks are ever present at such events and I hope those injured haven't suffered too much.

Shanila Baseley

Wednesday 9^th November 2011 at 4:53 pm

I was at the event, and it was a brilliant evening and very professionally done. It was a real shame about the injuries, and hope they are well very soon. However, I would like to add that fireworks are dangerous and no one can make an event 100% safe. It is a risk that everyone takes by attending such an event. Just hope that people don't just focus on the negative but also take into account that this was a charity event and £1000's was raised for local charities which they are in desperate in need of.....

Richard Andrew

Wednesday 9^th November 2011 at 8:46 pm

This is an event organised by individuals who give up their spare time for free for the benefit of the public and various needy charities. They are NOT professional fundraisers - unlike various other organisations. It is very unfortunate that two children were hurt and I know that the guys from RT are devastated.
Shame on the people who gate crash this event without paying - yes some so-called respectable people of Wilmslow - you know who you are !!!! Don't hold parties your house and invite you friends to sneek in for free through your back gardens - how disgusting - and then subject the marshalls to vile abuse.