A Texas teenager who suffered 90 percent burns after a horrific gas fire over the Christmas holidays has died, according to family members.
Ericca Hammond, the mother of 17-year-old Madison Lewis, announced her daughter’s death Saturday night, two weeks after the teenager was severely burned when a boy threw a pan of gasoline on the fire, Fox 4 reported.
Lewis, a senior at Jacksboro High School, was with his friends around a burning barrel when another teenager threw a pan with gasoline in it.
Madison Lewis, 17, died after suffering severe burns when a boy threw a pan of petrol into the fire. Family distribution
The mother said at first she thought someone had thrown a cup, but then the barrel “exploded and went into her. [daughter’s] direction.”
Lewis remained unresponsive following the incident and required at least four surgeries before he was placed in a medically induced coma at a Dallas hospital.
“There is nothing in the world that I want and need more than my baby girl to be healthy and living life,” Hammond told reporters at the hospital.
Ericca Hammond said the fiery cauldron in the barrel “exploded and went into her [daughter’s] direction.” Madison Lewis’ mother said at first she thought it was a thrown cup, but soon learned from others it was a frying pan. Erica Hammond / Facebook
Lewis, described by his mother as a “hero” and a “fighter”, is set to graduate from school in May and head off to college in August 2024.
“Maddy’s journey was marked by an unwavering spirit, perseverance, and courage that inspired all who knew her,” the online obituary reads.
Madison Lewis is set to graduate from school in May and go to college in August 2024. Madison’s mission for healing / Facebook
“Despite formidable challenges, she faced each obstacle with a determination that left a lasting impression on all those touched by her grace. His precious body, weary from the hard battle, found rest when the good Lord called him home.”
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