Over 60 Children Examined After Battery Scare

A childcare center on Queensland's Sunshine Coast experienced a button battery scare when staff discovered a broken toy with missing batteries, prompting paramedics to take 64 children aged 2-5 for precautionary X-rays. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, raised concerns about potential ingestion of the batteries, leading to immediate action by the center and emergency services. Fortunately, all X-ray results returned negative for battery ingestion, with no confirmed cases reported. Queensland Ambulance Service officials emphasized the seriousness of the situation, noting that previous incidents have resulted in fatalities among children. The daycare staff's quick response and communication with parents were praised, as they sought to ensure the safety of all children involved. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by button batteries, which can cause severe injuries if swallowed.