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Full coverage· Health· Updated

Veteran Broadcaster Odette Schwartz Recounts Horrific Acid Burn Accident

Israeli broadcaster Odette Schwartz described a severe acid burn accident at her home four months ago, where household drain cleaner spilled on her, causing extensive burns. She detailed the painful immediate aftermath, her quick thinking to use lukewarm water, and her difficult recovery process.

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What happened

  1. 01Broadcaster Odette Schwartz suffered severe acid burns at home.
  2. 02The accident occurred while clearing a clogged drain.
  3. 03She described the pain as being hit by a flamethrower.
  4. 04Schwartz used lukewarm water to mitigate the burns.
  5. 05Her recovery involved prolonged painful treatment.
Translated and summarized by baba from Ice, the latest report. Read Ice’s original

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