Panic at Odisha School: Students Suffer Burns After Paint Thinner Experiment Goes Wrong

A normal school day in Odisha turned into a scene of panic and fear when a science experiment went horribly wrong. Four students were badly burned after paint thinner, a highly flammable chemical, caught fire during the experiment..

What Happened

According to reports, the students were conducting a science experiment in their classroom that involved paint thinner. Paint thinner is commonly used in art and chemistry labs, but it is extremely flammable and can catch fire easily if not handled carefully.

While the students were working with the chemical, the thinner accidentally ignited and flames quickly spread across the workspace. In a short while, smoke filled the room, causing panic among the students.

Teachers and staff acted quickly to extinguish the fire, using fire safety equipment available in the lab. The swift action prevented the fire from spreading to other parts of the school.

Authorities checked safety procedures in the lab and spoke with teachers about supervision and precautions. The school management assured parents that they would review safety measures to prevent such accidents in the future.

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The Injured Students

Four students suffered burn injuries due to the flames. Some had minor burns on their hands and arms. Others had more serious burns that required immediate medical attention. All four students were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Doctors are treating the students, and thankfully, no fatalities were reported.

What Went Wrong

Experts say that accidents like this usually happen when:

• Flammable chemicals are handled without proper supervision.
• Students are not fully aware of the dangers of the chemicals they are using.
• Protective gear, such as gloves and aprons, is not used properly.

In this case, it seems the students were curious and wanted to conduct an experiment, but may not have realized how dangerous paint thinner can be.

Lesson For Students And Teachers

Science experiments are important for learning, but safety must always come first.

Experts recommend that schools:

• Use safer alternatives for experiments whenever possible
• Ensure students and teachers wear protective gear like gloves and goggles
• Only allow experiments under strict supervision
• Teach students how to react in case of fire or accidents

Following these precautions could prevent similar accidents in the future.

Curiosity is important for learning, but in labs, safety always comes first.