2 Brothers Badly Burned During Campfire Accident

The brothers, 11 and 13, suffered second-degree burns

Two brothers in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, were badly burned in a backyard campfire accident on Saturday, the Fitchburg Fire Chief confirmed.

The brothers, 11 and 13, were injured after squirting gasoline on a burning campfire, according to authorities.

Neighbors say they heard a boom at 83 Walnut Street as a result of the gasoline being dumped on the flames around 5:30 p.m.

Jaxson Carroll, 11, suffered second-degree burns on his face. He was flown to UMass Medical Center for treatment.

Jameson Carroll, 13, suffered second-degree burns on his leg. He was taken to the same hospital via ambulance.

One of the brothers was later transported to Shriners Hospital. 

The mother of the boys was inside the home fetching marshmallows when the mishap took place, neighbors said. She suffered burns as well after coming to their aid. 

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