Sri Lanka, Aug. 17 -- Accidents during flying kites are now being frequently reported as flying kites have become a popular hobby among children these days, the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children said.

Therefore, Acting Director of the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children, Consultant Specialist Dr. Pradeep Ratnasekara requested the public, issuing a statement, to pay special attention to children's safety and following proper safety methods when flying kites.

Although flying kites is a fun activity, persons including children face severe damage as well as even life risks in certain instances due to acting carelessly and away from safety methods, the statement pointed out.

A severe risk of complicated injuries is possible due to collisi...