The Brief
- A 9-year-old Plainfield boy was burned after microwaving a NeeDoh sensory toy, which exploded and splattered hot material on his face and hands.
- The child said he learned about the microwave trick from a friend, a trend fueled by videos circulating on TikTok.
- He was treated overnight at Loyola Medicine’s burn center, avoided vision damage and is expected to return to school after a follow-up visit.
MAYWOOD, Ill. – A 9-year-old suburban Chicago boy is recovering after he microwaved a NeeDoh sensory toy, causing it to explode and burn his face and hands.
What we know:
The incident occurred the morning of Jan. 20 as Whitney Grubb was preparing her two sons for school at their Maywood home.…