Originally published Sunday, October 14, 2012 at 9:03 AM
NJ smoker burned when she accidently ignites hair
Authorities say a northern New Jersey woman was seriously burned when she accidentally ignited her hair while trying to light a cigarette.
The Associated Press
BUTLER, N.J. —
Authorities say a northern New Jersey woman was seriously burned when she accidentally ignited her hair while trying to light a cigarette.
The 64-year-old Butler resident was in her apartment Saturday afternoon when her hair caught fire. She has severe burns on her forehead, face and neck and was flown to a hospital, where she was listed in serious condition.
Authorities are investigating.
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