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Child in Critical Condition after Fire Incident on Cleveland’s East Side
A 12-year-old boy is in critical condition after a devastating fire at a home on Coit Road on Cleveland’s East Side late Wednesday night.
The incident occurred around 9:20 p.m., according to Cleveland EMS. The child suffered severe burns to his hands, face, and chest, as reported by the Cleveland Fire, and was transported to MetroHealth Hospital for emergency treatment.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, and an investigation is ongoing.
This tragic incident underscores the fundamental rights of every child to parental care and to be protected from injury. Homes must be safe environments where children are not only nurtured but shielded from harm.
