New Orleans Boy Burned Over 70% in Viral Challenge

New Orleans officials are urging parents to discuss online peer pressure and dangerous viral stunts with their children after a 9-year-old boy suffered burns over 70% of his body while participating in the “fire challenge,” which involves deliberately setting oneself alight. Fire Chief Roman Nelson said the child is in unbearable pain and fortunate to be alive, while Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick warned children not to take part or give in to pressure.