Toxic gas from whoopee cushions lands students in hospital

Whoopee cushions of unclear origins contain foul-smelling gas that can be toxic for children. — bocongan.gov.vn

HANOI: Several cases of gas poisoning due to whoopie cushion toys have been recorded among students in Tra Vinh, Vinh Long and Dong Thap provinces, raising alarms among authorities.

These whoopee cushions were used for pranks among schoolchildren and emitted an unpleasant smell when pressed.