Overview
- IMSS says burns are the leading cause of the seasonal spike, often second- and third-degree injuries linked to fireworks, hot liquids, and overloaded decorative lighting.
- Head trauma ranks second, followed by alcohol intoxications, with traffic incidents and in-home falls frequently involved.
- Risk patterns vary by age group: young children face burn and ingestion hazards, young adults see alcohol-related road trauma, and older adults are vulnerable to domestic falls.
- Authorities urge immediate emergency care for red flags such as memory loss, sudden loss of consciousness, or visual changes.
- Officials, including Dr. Erik Ortega Bolaños and safety coordinator Armando Yunez Cano, recommend checking electrical and gas systems, using heaters responsibly with ventilation, and reserving emergency rooms for life‑threatening conditions.