Fireworks accident leaves Chicago Park District workers seriously wounded

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  • Two Chicago Park District employees were seriously injured by a firework explosion Saturday morning at Humboldt Park beach.
  • The 19-year-old man and 24-year-old woman were struck by shrapnel after allegedly lighting the device, suffering burns and hand injuries.
  • Both were hospitalized in serious condition as police continue investigating the incident.

CHICAGO Two Chicago Park District employees were seriously injured by a firework Saturday morning at Humboldt Park beach.

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