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Farm Kitchen:  canning mishap...(update 1)  |
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rschaaf
True Blue Farmgirl
174 Posts
Renee
Wooster
Ohio
USA
174 Posts |
 Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 4:08:58 PM
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i was helping my mom can tomatoes tuesday and as i was taking the jars out of the pressure canner, the top blew off one of the quart jars i was lifting out. it was like a bomb went off. i now have 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree burns on 9% of my body; mainly my hand, forearm and upper arm. some damage to my face as well.
ladies, please be careful! i know it was a freak accident, but could have been seriously worse.
"There is beauty, there is grace, in my peaceful country place!"
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Edited by - rschaaf on Sep 07 2012 9:28:04 PM |
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Kammi
True Blue Farmgirl
105 Posts
Kim
Phoenix
Az
USA
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Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 4:16:59 PM
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wow, blessings for a quick recovery.
Kim
Farmgirl 4256
Remember… Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body. Instead, you should slide in sideways, glass of wine in one hand and chocolate in the other, in a body thoroughly used up, worn out and screaming “Woohooo! What a ride!”
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Okie Farm Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
1674 Posts
Mary Beth
McLoud
Oklahoma
USA
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country treasure
True Blue Farmgirl
452 Posts
judy
SK
Canada
452 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 4:32:52 PM
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I sure hope you will be OK! I've often wondered about the different pressure on the bottles when you get them out even after you leave them for the proper time.
Years ago my Mom's pressure canner got plugged with a seed probably & it absolutely blew the lid right off & the kitchen window out! Thank goodness no one was hurt but we cleaned tomatoes up everywhere then painted.
I use mine but have never forgotten that day & faithfully check everything. Really they scare me but I've been told to use one when canning tomatoes & especially any other vegetables mixed with tomatoes.
I'll be thinking about you!!!!
Judy
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1692 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
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Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 4:36:43 PM
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Scary, and hope that you have a speedy recovery and not to much pain.
Blessings,
Laurie
"Smile and be yourself everyday"
Country girl at heart
Laurie
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
863 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 4:56:10 PM
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Oh my gosh, Renee! That is so scary! I am so sorry for your injuries and I hope you heal quickly! Thanks for the reminder that there are dangers in doing something that seems so innocent!
Emily |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Gladstone
Mi.
USA
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2045 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2045 Posts |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 5:52:57 PM
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That is scary. Did you get any glass? I was always worried about that and I take it for granted nothing will happen. But there's always a first time. I'm glad you will be ok but probably a little nervous around canners from now on. Take care and get well.
Kris
Happiness is simple.
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
2899 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
2899 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 6:19:19 PM
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| I had someting similar happen with some tomatoes. I was using the Tattler lids where you tighten, then screw back 1/4 turn before processing. Then, after processing, you tighten fully. A few of my jars were filled to the brim & wanted to ooze out the top. I have been using Tattler for 3 yrs & this is the 1st time. Who knows?? I am so glad you are OK Renee. Be safe; farmgirls are tough!!! |
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rphelps4
True Blue Farmgirl
620 Posts
roxanna
westport
indiana
USA
620 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 9:06:04 PM
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| Wow so sorry burns are so painful, hope you heal quickly! Roxanna |
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Annette Kath
True Blue Farmgirl
198 Posts
Annette
Carlock
IL
USA
198 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2012 : 9:10:10 PM
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Hope you feel better soon! This is something we can all learn from!
Annette |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - Sep 07 2012 : 05:36:32 AM
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Ouch! I am so sorry that happened to you! I hope they gave you Silvadene cream. That stuff is amazig and when I had a very bad burn on my foot I used it religiously and I hardly have a scar- you have to see my foot in just the right light to see it.
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Sep 07 2012 : 08:01:01 AM
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I'm so sorry this happened to you. I pray you heal quickly and without scars. Thank you for the warning.
Dawn in IL |
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
863 Posts |
Posted - Sep 07 2012 : 12:45:32 PM
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I just thought of this.....I was taking a pharmacology class last year. I can't remember how we got on this subject...I think someone brought in an article or we watched some type of video.....anywho, it said that if you put egg whites on a burn after it happens it heals beautifully. Has anyone heard of doing this??
Emily |
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rschaaf
True Blue Farmgirl
174 Posts
Renee
Wooster
Ohio
USA
174 Posts |
Posted - Sep 07 2012 : 9:24:50 PM
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kristin, i did not get any glass. my mom found the top thrid of the jar and that is what blew off, basically like a cork. there were no shards or anything.
i wish i could say it didn't hurt. but, it really does. it looks like it may be thanksgiving or christmas until i am healed. this will be slow going. right now i have to dress it twice a day and i am using the silvadene ointment.
i think the jar was probably faulty in some way (hairline crack or something).
please be careful ladies, this is no fun at all.
"There is beauty, there is grace, in my peaceful country place!"
See what I'm up to at: http://www.lifeonctfarm.blogspot.com |
Edited by - rschaaf on Sep 07 2012 9:27:06 PM |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - Sep 08 2012 : 06:19:28 AM
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Renee- I am so sorry that your burns are so bad. The Silvadene is amazing and will really help you heal. Also considure Emu oil as it has some amazing healing properties too. I hope your pain is manageable. *hugs* I know how bad those burns hurt. I accidentally poured super heated (hotter than boiling) water on my foot in high school and part of my leg. It took about 6 weeks before it was really healed and I think mine was only second degree. *hugs* Take care of yourself and keep those dressings on!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
www.allergyjourneys.blogspot.com
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naturemaiden
True Blue Farmgirl
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Connie - Farmgirl #673
Hoosick Falls
NY
USA
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