PUBLISHED: 24 Jan 2025 at 04 :00
PHETCHABUN: Four boys were injured when a teacher’s knowledge trial went horribly wrong.
The incident occurred on Tuesday at Na Chaliang Pittayakom School in Nong Phai area, a Phetchabun online media Twitter website reported.
The professor, identified as Lerkchai, said he had used motor oil on a range, which was common DIY products. Engine oil generally does not get fire.
Mr Lerkchai believed that the fuel vessel had previously been used to keep diesel, causing a fiery emotion when he poured the water during the test.
Four kids standing close to the study suffered burn to their faces and bodies.
They were taken to Nong Phai Hospital for treatment and eventually released as their conditions were never significant, virtual media reported.
Individuals who were injured by a botched scientific test at a university in Phetchabun yesterday are seen after receiving care at a doctor. Phetchabun virtual news Instagram page
The event was shared website, drawing some feedback from users wishing the males a speedy recovery.
Some other students manifest during the trial commented beneath the article, saying it was an incident and not the teacher’s fault.
The class director, Supitchaya Lekdaeng, later said the event happened during a science school for Grade 8 students.
The professor instantly assisted the wounded learners and informed their parents. He afterwards visited them to follow up on their treatment.
The university is investigating the cause of the accident and emphasised the importance of safety procedures during research to avoid future episodes.