An 18-year-old student was killed and another was seriously injured when an oil drum exploded Thursday in an auto shop at Ottawa's Mother Teresa Catholic High School.Paramedics who were called to the school in late morning confirmed the 18-year-old, a male, died at the scene.A 17-year-old boy was in serious condition after suffering internal organ injuries from the blast. At least three other students were injured. A drum of oil in the shop is believed to have ignited, causing the blast, according to witnesses. It is not known exactly how the drum exploded, but students from the class said the drum contained peppermint oil, which is combustible when exposed to heat.The school of about 1,400 was evacuated and the students transported to Longfields-Davidson Heights Secondary School.Students and a teacher told CBC News that the school's public address system was down, and the order to evacuate had to be given verbally from class to class.
My Opinion :
This event is extremely tragic, and it is truly unfortunate that something such as this occurred. I find that this is very uncommon and there should be new protocol for Auto shop classes, because there should be no flammable oil around any source of fire. The worst part of it all is the emotional pain that his parents will have to go through for the rest of their lives. I believe this event could have been prevented, but at least three of the four Vitim's are still alive. Schools should begin to be more cautious, especially when working with dangers chemicals in dangerous situations/environments. Overall, this event is unfortunate, and hopefully something like this should never happen again, because it is heartbreaking.
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