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Two young students killed in electrocution incident at Isabela fun run
Two elementary school children died after being electrocuted during a Color and Bubble Fun Run at a school in Cauayan City, Isabela on Saturday morning. Four children in total were affected by the incident, authorities said.
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Two students aged 7 and 8 were killed in an electrocution incident during a fun run event at Cauayan South Central School on Saturday morning, according to local police. The fatalities were identified as an 8-year-old Grade 3 pupil and a 7-year-old student.
The children were electrocuted while participating in the Color and Bubble Fun Run at the school premises in Cauayan City. Four children in total were affected by the electrocution, though details on the condition of the other two students remain unclear.
The incident occurred during what was intended as a recreational school event. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the electrocution and identify any safety failures that may have contributed to the tragedy.
The deaths have prompted questions about safety protocols at school-sponsored events and electrical hazards that may exist on school grounds. Local officials are expected to review safety measures for future activities.