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A 10-year-old girl was airlifted to hospital suffering from burns to her hands after a small chemical explosion at her school's science block. A 10-year-old girl was airlifted to hospital suffering from burns after a small chemical explosion at her school.
Emergency crews were called to Swanage Middle School, Dorset, at about 1630 GMT on Wednesday.Emergency crews were called to Swanage Middle School, Dorset, at about 1630 GMT on Wednesday.
The pupil, who was taking part in an after-school science club, was airlifted to Dorset County Hospital and kept in overnight for observation. The pupil, who was taking part in an experiment at an after-school science club, suffered burns and was airlifted to hospital for treatment.
Fire crews spent an hour at the scene putting out a small fire. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said it had begun an investigation into the incident.
Dorset Police said they were called to reports of a possible chemical explosion at the school. The girl was treated at the scene by paramedics for burns to her hand and arm before being airlifted to Salisbury District Hospital where she remained overnight.
Crews from Dorset Fire and Rescue Service spent an hour making the classroom safe following a small fire, caused by the ignition of chemicals.
The pupils should be praised for their calm and sensible response to the accident Dave Pratten, head teacher
A spokeswoman for Dorset Fire and Rescue confirmed they had received reports that an explosion had occurred in the science block.A spokeswoman for Dorset Fire and Rescue confirmed they had received reports that an explosion had occurred in the science block.
Dave Pratten, head teacher of Swanage Middle School, praised pupils for remaining calm.
He said: "Our thoughts are with her and her family and we wish her a speedy recovery.
"I would also like to thank the school staff who administered appropriate first aid and those who helped ensure that other pupils were safely evacuated from the laboratory.
"The pupils who were in school at the time should be praised for their calm and sensible response to the accident.
"The safety of our pupils is paramount, and we will carry out a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the accident."