Fireworks accident at temple in Kerala injures fiveA firecracker that was supposed to explode in the air fell into the crowd and burst, causing the injuries.
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Kannur, Kerala: A fireworks accident at a temple in this district in the early hours of Friday has left five people injured, including a 12-year-old child, police said.
One person is in a serious condition and has been moved to a hospital in Mangalore for treatment, they said.
The incident occurred at Muchiriyan temple in Azheekode Neerkavu around 4 am.
A firecracker that was supposed to explode in the air fell into the crowd and burst, causing the injuries.
Many people had gathered at the temple to watch a Theyyam performance when the accident took place.
The Valapattanam police have arrived at the scene and are investigating the matter.