Boy, 9, burns 70% of his body in terrifying, viral ‘fire challenge’

Fuente: New York Post

A 9-year-old boy burned more than 70% of his body by joining a dangerous viral social media trend known as the “fire challenge,” according to officials. The unidentified boy is in “unbearable pain” and “lucky to be alive,” New Orleans Fire Department Chief Roman Nelson said in a video address warning families about the challenge where social-media users set themselves ablaze just to see how quickly they can put out the flames. “It’s very dangerous.