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Mooresville teen advocates for firework safety after nearly losing hand
By Griffin Gonzalez,
29 days ago
INDIANAPOLIS — One year ago, 16-year-old Isaac DePoy’s life changed forever.
“I really realized that this could have been the end of my life,” shared DePoy.
DePoy was lighting fireworks with family in early July 2023.
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One of his firework’s wicks was loose and caused the firework to explode before DePoy had a chance to escape.
When the dust settled, he was left with severe damage.
“I looked down at my hand, and it was gushing blood,” explained DePoy. “My middle finger was broken and in a complete opposite direction of what it should be.”
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DePoy had severe burn damage to his left thumb, index finger and middle finger.
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, each year, over 10,000 people receive emergency room treatment for fireworks injuries.
A majority of those injuries are to the hands.
DePoy received treatment at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis where he was treated by Riley Chief of Plastic surgery, Dr. Gregory Borschell.
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