A 17-year-old boy died on Monday after receiving an electric shock while trying to unplug the refrigerator in his home, whichIt was flooded due to heavy rains. The tragic event occurred in the western area of the city of Santiago, in the Dominican Republic.
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The victim was identified as Robinson de Jesús Rodríguez Hernández, a university student of educational psychology. The accident occurred when Robinson came into contact with the refrigerator wire while his residencelocated in the La Gloria sector, was completely flooded by the rains.
Sofía Hernández, the young man’s aunt, explained that the tragedy occurred around 4:00 pm on Monday. As he explained, Robinson was alone in his house at the time of the flood and was later found by his father in the house’s awning, submerged in a puddle of water.
The aunt also highlighted the virtues of the young man, who, in addition to being a good student, was emerging as a baseball prospect, which increases the sadness of his sudden departure.
The body of Robinson de Jesús Rodríguez Hernández was transferred to the National Institute of Forensic Sciences (Inacif) in Santiago, where the corresponding procedures were carried out. His remains are expected to be buried in the Ingenio cemetery this Tuesday afternoon.
Ramón Fortuna, a resident of First Street in the La Gloria sector of Cienfuegos, explained that every time rains like those last Monday are recorded, Homes on that street and nearby areas are affected by flooding.
Why shouldn’t you touch an electrical appliance when you’re wet?
Touching an electrical appliance when wet is extremely dangerous, since electricity can pass through water and enter the bodywhich may cause electric shock.
Conductive materials, such as water, metal and the human body, allow electricity to circulate, increasing the risk in humid conditions.
Therefore, it is essential to avoid contact with any electrical appliance or plug when your hands or feet are wet. Plugging in appliances in wet areas, such as bathrooms, poses a considerable risk. Even when an appliance is turned off, there may still be electrical current inside it.
It is important to verify that your hands are dry and that the appliance or plug is not in contact with water or wet surfaces before use.
Onelio Dominguez.
Latin Diario Dominican Republic / GDA.
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*This content was written with the assistance of artificial intelligence, based on information from Latín Diario República Dominicana / GDA. It was reviewed by a journalist and an editor.
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