Toddler Suffers Severe Burns After Crock-Pot Incident
A 2-year-old boy in Somerset, Kentucky, suffered third-degree burns and required airlift to a Nashville hospital after a Crock-Pot fell on him. The incident occurred when the child reportedly grabbed the appliance's extension cord, causing it to tip over.
Portland, OR, July 22, 2026 —
A distressing incident in Somerset, Kentucky, has left a 2-year-old boy with severe third-degree burns, necessitating his transfer via airlift to a hospital in Nashville.
The accident reportedly occurred when the young child grabbed the extension cord of a Crock-Pot appliance. This action caused the appliance to tip over, falling onto the boy.
Emergency medical services were summoned following the incident. Due to the severity of his injuries, including third-degree burns, the decision was made to transport the child to a specialized medical facility in Nashville for treatment.
The specific make and model of the Crock-Pot, as well as the exact circumstances leading up to the child pulling the cord, were not immediately available. Further details regarding the timeline of the event and the child’s current condition were also not provided.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential hazards present in a household environment for young children. Safety advocates often stress the importance of securing appliances and keeping cords out of reach to prevent accidents.
Story summarized from the original created by Jackson Plank, Gray News staff on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
