Violet Zerbst, 10, suffers severe burns from exploding microwave toy
Violet Zerbst, 10, suffered severe facial burns after a squishy sensory toy exploded while heated in a microwave. Her father, Jody, faced online abuse for the incident, with some claiming parental neglect. Medical professionals warn against microwaving toys, emphasizing the importance of first aid for burns and the need for proper supervision.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 07:33 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 07:51 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The West Australian. Editorial policy · Corrections
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