Ungoofaaru electrocution victim brought to Male' for further treatment

The 18 year old boy who was electrocuted in Raa atoll, Ungoofaaru (located in northern Maldives) and is in critical condition has been brought to the capital, Male', for further treatment.

A member of the boy's family told Mihaaru News that the boy was brought to Male' yesterday after receiving treatment at Ungoofaaru Regional Hospital. His condition remains serious, the family said. The boy is currently still on ventilator support.

"His condition is critical. He is fighting for his life and has suffered multiple injuries," he said

The boy was electrocuted on Thursday afternoon, after coming into contact with a puddle of water that had been electrified through a street lamp post.

Two children, aged 8 and 12, had been playing in the vicinity of this electrified puddle, unaware of the danger on Thursday. The first to get electrocuted was the 8 year old child.

Seeing the child in distress, the 18 year old rushed to their rescue. In efforts to save the 8 year old, the 18 year old slipped in the puddle and fell in, with his hand coming into contact with the electrified lamp post.

The 12 year old who witnessed the scene also needed medical attention after the incident.

The younger two children have been discharged from the hospital after receiving treatment.

18 year old who was electrocuted in critical condition

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