A Texas teenager has died after suffering burns to 90 percent of her body in a horrific gas fire during the Christmas holidays, according to her family.
Ericka Hammond, mother of 17-year-old Madison Lewis, announced her daughter's death Saturday night, two weeks after the boy threw a pot of gasoline into the fire, causing severe burns. did. Fox4 reported.
Lewis, a senior at Jacksboro High School, was sitting around a burning barrel with friends when another teen threw a pot of gasoline inside.
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The mother said at first she thought someone had thrown the cup, but then the barrel exploded and went inside her. [daughter’s] direction. ”
Lewis remained unresponsive after the incident and required at least four surgeries before being placed in a medically induced coma at a Dallas hospital.
“There's nothing I want or need more than for my baby girl to be safe and live her life,” Hammond told reporters at the hospital.
Lewis, who was described by his mother as a “warrior” and “fighter”, was scheduled to graduate from school in May and start university in August 2024.
“Maddie’s journey was marked by an unwavering spirit, resilience and courage that is an inspiration to all who knew her.” The online obituary reads:
“Despite facing formidable challenges, she faced each obstacle with determination and made a lasting impact on everyone she touched with her kindness. Weary from the hard fight, she 's precious body has found solace in the good Lord calling her home.”
