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“Hot Water Challenge” Is Dangerous – Be Aware Of The Dangers
There is a new challenge going around and as a parent, you need to be aware of the dangers of the "Hot Water Challenge".
Several kids have been hurt already and the "Hot Water Challenge" isn't anything new, it's just making a resurgence.
The prank involves pouring boiling hot water on a unsuspecting friend (sometimes they know) who doesn't see it coming. The prank supposedly got started in 2013 or 2014.
Several people have suffered third degree burns and it only takes seconds for water at a 140 degrees to burn the skin.
Here's a link to a recent article talking about The Hot Water Challenge and 5 things you need to know about it. You can check out the article and link here
It's a good reminder for your kids on the danger of the "Hot Water Challenge"
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