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Two young students killed in electrocution during Cauayan City school fun run

Two children, ages 7 and 8, died after being electrocuted at a Color and Bubble Fun Run held at Cauayan South Central School on Saturday.

Police reported that an 8-year-old Grade 3 pupil and a 7-year-old girl were fatally shocked during the event. Two other participants, a 9-year-old boy and a 6-year-old child, received medical treatment; the 9-year-old was later released, while the 6-year-old remained hospitalized. The incident occurred on Saturday morning in Cauayan City.

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The deaths highlight safety risks at school events and raise questions about electrical safety standards.

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