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A classroom science experiment accident awry has harmed many pupils at a primary school in Sydney, Australia.
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According to reports, at least two pupils were carried to a hospital by ambulance with severe burns. Another nine others are said to have received minor burns.
According to initial reports, the experiment used sodium bicarbonate and methylated spirits, according to 9news.
On the site, helicopters, paramedics, and fire vehicles were observed.
On Monday, about 13:00 local time (02:00 GMT), the event occurred at Manly West Public School.
Acting Superintendent Phil Templemen of New South Wales Ambulance said the wind had an influence on the experiment and blew some of the chemicals about.
The children – believed to be aged between 10 and 11 according to reports – suffered burns to their bodies, including on their face, chest, lower abdomen and legs, said the Sydney Morning Herald (SMH).
One teacher was also treated for minor injuries.
One resident told the SMH that a teacher had come out to speak to a group o people who had gathered outside.
“The teacher who addressed us said it was a science experiment that went wrong and some chemical burns were involved,” said Tyson Atkins.
One popular school science experiment that can be found online, called the Carbon Sugar Snake, uses methylated spirits and baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate.
It involves mixing sugar with baking soda, placing a small amount of the mixture
in sand soaked with methylated spirits, and igniting the concoction.
However, it is not yet clear what kind of experiment the school had conducted.
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