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Juvenile airlifted to hospital after firework explodes in hand

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OHIO CO., KY (WFIE) -

A juvenile has been taken by medical helicopter to a Louisville hospital for severe injuries to his hand.
 
The Ohio County Sheriff tells 14 News that the juvenile was trying to light a firework when it went off in his hand.

This happened in the 500 block of Carter Road near the Reynolds Station area just before 8:00 p.m.

Authorities say the juvenile's brother was there at the time.
 
The juveniles injuries are not considered life-threatening.

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