A young boy, only six years old, sustained severe burns covering more than half of his body when a campfire unexpectedly exploded during a gathering in Prescott, Arizona.
As per the family’s account, the boy named Carson was at a neighbor’s place when an adult poured gasoline onto the fire. After placing down the container, the fire suddenly exploded, engulfing Carson in flames.
Carson was initially taken to a local hospital and later airlifted to a burn center in Phoenix. Upon Chelsea Colvin, his mother’s arrival, she was devastated to see her son’s extensive burn injuries, causing her to collapse in anguish.
“He looked at me and said, ‘Mom, I’m okay, I’m okay,'” Chelsea shared.
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Chelsea explained, “He had gone to a neighbor’s house where they were having a campfire, and it seems that when she poured gasoline on the fire, it somehow ignited back into the container, resulting in an explosion that harmed him due to his proximity to the flames.”
Carson remained in a medically induced coma for the initial three days following the incident.
Long recovery period
“The most severe burns are on his arms, legs, toes, feet, and the left side of his chest. The left side is the most severely affected,” his mother detailed. “He has undergone three surgeries already, with another procedure scheduled for April 14, during which he will undergo a tracheostomy.”
Although doctors anticipate a full recovery, Chelsea is aware that it will be a lengthy process before her son fully recuperates.
He is projected to remain in the hospital for three months.
“We cannot predict because there may be risks of infections, illnesses – we cannot guarantee his complete recovery. He will be here for months. I will be by his side for months. I am not going anywhere; I want to be here,” she expressed.
No malicious intent
Authorities do not suspect any intentional harm, and Chelsea regards the neighbor involved in the accident as a friend.
“It was a neighbor who sometimes looks after my ex-husband’s children. However, she cares for my kids, and I do not believe this was done intentionally or with any ill will,” Chelsea remarked.
Chelsea’s goal is to ensure her son’s recovery and to caution others about the dangers associated with campfires.
“Avoid using gasoline near fires. Steer clear of propane, stay vigilant of your surroundings and the people around you, and prioritize the safety of your children,” she advised.
Please exercise caution around campfires and refrain from using gasoline.
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