Teen released from hospital after suffering third-degree burns over 82% of his body in boat explosion

Teenager Released from Hospital After Suffering Severe Burns in Boat Explosion

A teenager who suffered third-degree burns over 82% of his body in a boat explosion has been released from the hospital.

The incident occurred in July on a lake in Georgia, where Matthew Miller was driving his family's boat with seven family members on board to go tubing.

He has 82% third degree burns. Second degree on his face and other areas.

According to Miller, the boat was well maintained and fairly new, but it exploded after refueling, causing burns to everyone on board.

Author's summary: Teenager recovers from severe burns after boat explosion.

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