Hamburg, December 12 – Three boys were lightly injured on Friday morning following a firecracker explosion at the Stadtteilschule Niendorf. The incident, which occurred at an unspecified location either within or outside the school building, led to two of the victims being hospitalized with hand injuries. This event follows a similar incident earlier in the week where a 15-year-old was severely injured by a firecracker in Niendorf.
Details of the Incident
The explosion took place on Friday morning at the Stadtteilschule Niendorf. Emergency services were promptly on the scene to provide medical attention to the injured children. Three boys, aged between 10 and 14 years old, were treated by paramedics for minor injuries. Two of the boys required further medical care and were taken to a hospital due to hand injuries.
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the firecracker detonated inside the school building or on the school grounds outside. Investigations are ongoing to determine the precise circumstances surrounding the incident.
Previous Incident Raises Concerns
This explosion is particularly concerning as it comes just days after another firecracker-related injury in the same district. On Wednesday, a 15-year-old boy in Niendorf suffered severe injuries while handling firecrackers. These consecutive incidents highlight a potential safety issue regarding the use of such devices in the area.
The repeated occurrences underscore the dangers associated with firecrackers, especially when handled by minors, and may prompt calls for increased awareness or stricter controls on their use.
Community and School Response
The school administration has not yet issued a public statement regarding the incident, but it is expected that measures will be reviewed to ensure the safety of students on school premises. The local community remains concerned about the welfare of the children and the frequency of such incidents.
The Hamburg Journal reported on the incident at 18:00 on December 12, 2025, further emphasizing the public interest and concern. The news segment, titled ‘Three injured children by “Polenböller”‘, lasted approximately one minute.
Further updates are anticipated as the investigation progresses and more details become available regarding the cause of the explosion and any potential preventative actions. The focus remains on the well-being of the injured children and preventing future occurrences.
Source: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/hamburg/drei-jungen-bei-boeller-explosion-auf-schulhof-in-niendorf-verletzt,kurzehh-1816.html
