4-Year-Old Boy Severed Foot in Western Nebraska Lawn Mowing Accident
4-Year-Old Boy Severed Foot in Western Nebraska Lawn Mowing Accident

4-Year-Old Boy Severed Foot in Western Nebraska Lawn Mowing Accident

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A 4-year-old boy from Mitchell, Nebraska, is recovering in a Denver hospital after a lawn mowing accident on Sunday resulted in his foot being severed. The incident occurred at a rural residence, and immediate aid was provided by a nearby off-duty medical professional before the child was airlifted first to Regional West Medical Center and then to Denver. Authorities have determined the event was accidental, and no criminal charges are anticipated. Law enforcement and medical professionals are emphasizing the dangers of power lawn mowers, which injure thousands of children annually and are the leading cause of major limb loss in children under 10 in the U.S. Safety recommendations include keeping children at a safe distance during mowing and using equipment with automatic stop controls. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of strict lawn mower safety precautions, especially during summer months.

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