Toddler Burned After Falling Into Fire Pit At Birthday Party

BILLERICA (CBS) – A 2-year-old girl suffered second and third-degree burns after falling into a fire pit Saturday evening in Billerica, officials said.

The fire department said the toddler went into the fire during a birthday party at Bridle Road at about 6 p.m. She suffered burns on her hands, stomach and thighs.

Partygoers reacted quickly and put the girl in the shower as they waited for help to come.

The girl was flown to Massachusetts General Hospital, and then Shriners Hospital For Children, where she was in stable condition.

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