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Squishy Toys Exploding in Microwaves | Philadelphia News
A dangerous TikTok trend has kids heating squishy toys in microwaves to make them softer—only to risk severe chemical burns as the toys explode. Doctors report injuries on faces, necks, and chests from overheated sugary liquids inside the toys. One 12-year-old girl was hospitalized after her face burned. Despite warning labels and efforts by toy companies to remove dangerous videos, the trend persists—and the risk isn’t limited to microwaves: leaving these toys in hot cars can also cause explosions. Parents need to stay vigilant as kids chase viral trends without understanding the real…
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