Grade 10 Student Injured After Being Struck by Stray Arrow at School in Isabela
A 15-year-old student was injured after being struck by a stray arrow at Salinungan National High School in San Mateo, Isabela.
The incident caused concern among students, teachers, and parents after the arrow hit the left side of the Grade 10 student’s neck while she was inside a classroom.
According to information from the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council of San Mateo, another 15-year-old student-athlete was practicing archery outside the classroom at the time of the incident.
During the training session, an arrow that was released unexpectedly traveled into the classroom and struck the female student.
Teachers immediately responded to the situation and quickly sought help from emergency responders. The injured student was rushed to a medical facility for urgent treatment.
Authorities said the teenager underwent surgery on the evening of the incident. Fortunately, reports indicated that she is now in stable condition and recovering under medical care.
The unexpected accident shocked many members of the school community. Students who were present during the incident were reportedly alarmed, while teachers worked to ensure the safety of everyone on campus.
As of this writing, the Department of Education in Isabela has not yet released an official statement regarding the incident. However, local authorities have begun a thorough investigation to determine exactly how the accident happened and whether safety measures were properly followed during the archery practice.
The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols for sports activities being conducted near school buildings and classrooms. Many parents hope that additional precautions will be implemented to prevent similar accidents from happening in the future.
While the student continues to recover, the school community remains hopeful for her full and speedy healing. Authorities are expected to release more information once their investigation is completed.
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