Monitor Minors Movement

Parents and guardians are again requested to keep a close watch on the movement of our young children to avoid accidents and loss of life.

This follows an incident where a 1-year-9 month old child of Vatudamudamu, Wainunu, Bua died after allegedly sustaining 35% burns.

On the 9th of February, the victim was at home with a relative, and it is alleged that he pulled a cup of hot water that was on top of a table, whereby he sustained burns.

He was conveyed to the Wainunu Health Center and later transferred to the Labasa Hospital, where he was admitted until he passed away on Wednesday.

Investigations continue.

We plead with parents and guardians to be vigilant about their children’s movements as accidents can and will occur with the many safety hazards in and around your home.

Babies and toddlers, in particular, are inquisitive, and accidents can occur if steps are not taken to ensure their surroundings are safe from objects or things that can cause injury or loss of life.