Two children, among four pupils rushed to hospital from a fun run at a school in the Philippines, have died after reportedly being electrocuted. The incident happened during the Colour and Bubble Fun Run at Cauayan South Central School on Saturday morning, October 3.
The children who lost their lives are reported to be aged 7 and 8. According to Inquirer.net, they were pronounced dead at the scene, while two other students were taken to hospital. It is believed the other two children were also electrocuted.
Children Were Near Bubble-Blowing Machine
According to local reports, the four children had been playing near a bubble-blowing machine at around 6:30am. It is near this area that the children were tragically electrocuted.
The other two children, reportedly aged 9 and 6, were rushed to Cauayan Medical Specialist Hospital and Cauayan District Hospital. The nine-year-old suffered only minor injuries to his hands and arm and has since been discharged.
Investigation Launched Into Incident
The condition of the six-year-old is currently unknown. An investigation has been launched into the incident.
Cauayan City Schools Division Superintendent Cherry Ramos said: "We mourn the loss of two learners and extend our deepest sympathies to their families and our sincere concern and support to those affected. We ask for compassion and understanding for the bereaved families and all those affected, and for their privacy to be respected during this difficult time."
The country's Department for Education has also issued a statement. It read: "DepEd is taking the necessary steps to establish the facts surrounding the incident and is coordinating with the local government and law enforcement authorities. A fact-finding investigation is underway, including a review of the activity, safety measures, equipment used, and the roles of those involved. Appropriate action will be taken based on the findings. We ask everyone to respect the privacy of the affected children and their families and to refrain from sharing unverified information, names, photographs or videos."
