Pressure cooker explosion leaves man with severe burns

Growing up, many of us were warned about the potential dangers of the all-too-familiar pressure cooker.

Looking back, you might think to yourself it was an unnecessary warning – something that is still, today, unlikely to inflict injury.

But a recent incident involving a devastating pressure cooker explosion has made people think twice about the dangers of kitchen appliances.

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In a gripping video shared on TikTok, @sherifflegit showed the aftermath of a catastrophic explosion that left him with severe facial burns.

The footage not only captures the alarming extent of his injuries but also shows his painful recovery as his skin peels away.

Despite the excruciating discomfort, he is seen trying to eat eggs, his lip movements restricted by the scars left from the explosion.

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"Please stop using pressure cookers, guys! Look at what it did to my face," he wrote in the caption.

"I still hear the sound of an explosion to this day," he said. "It feels like yesterday."

The incident, which occurred 13 months ago, has clearly left an indelible mark on him, both physically and emotionally.

The man's harrowing experience has served as a wake-up call for everyone and prompted a deeper discussion about kitchen appliances and safety precautions.

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