Bristol woman warns of garden fire dangers after severe burns

Summarised from BristolLive's report · Updated 5 Nov, 22:10 · Archive

A Bristol woman suffered third-degree burns across a quarter of her body when aviation fuel she added to a garden fire exploded.

BristolLive reports that Maureen Pickles suffered third-degree burns covering 25% of her body when she added aviation fuel to a garden fire at her property two years ago. She had been burning tree roots to simplify her garden maintenance and used her husband's aviation fuel. When she threw the last of the fuel onto the fire, it exploded violently.

Pickles did not initially realise the full extent of her injuries but quickly understood she was in serious trouble. Neighbours came to her aid, rolling her on the ground and placing her under a shower. She has since undergone 17 operations and still requires assistance from others, with further surgery expected.

Ahead of Bonfire Night on November 5, Pickles warned people against using flammable liquid accelerants to light bonfires or barbecues, stating that one decision can leave someone with lifelong injuries and pain.

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• Bristol woman with third-degree burns didn't think she would survive after fireMaureen Pickles suffered third-degree burns across a quarter of her bodyBristolLive · 5 Nov, 12:06

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