Chris Ortiz, 32, loses part of his hand in fireworks accident in Sunnyvale, California
South Bay man warns of fireworks dangers following accident last 4th of July
His message comes as Santa Clara County leaders said Thursday they will not tolerate illegal fireworks given the drought and fire danger. Chris Ortiz misses not being able to write his own name, play the piano and work. His livelihood as a tattoo artist is gone. "It's been pretty painful physically, mentally and financially,” said Ortiz. Last July 4, the 33-year-old bought fireworks online lighting them up for his Sunnyvale neighborhood. As he and his friend lit the last firework, he said the mortar type device blew up in his hand because of a faulty fuse. "This portion of my thumb is missing and two fingers,” said Ortiz. His friend also lost part of his hand. Three surgeries and a year later, Ortiz is still recovering from that night.
GoFundMe: Chris's Medical Fund
Last 4th of July Chris lost his thumb and two fingers in a tragic firework accident. He is a tattoo artist, friend and most of all an amazing father to his daughter. This year he has struggled to make ends meet due his inability to work. Throughout this time Chris has been extremely positive and light hearted, he wants pity from no one, but could use some support moving forward. Technology has come so far. They are able to give him a second chance and hopefully be able to tattoo again, which is his talent and way of life.
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