This serves as a reminder of just how dangerous fireworks can be.

The Sun Sentinel reports.

University of Miami student severely injured after stepping on firework in Central Park

A firework that exploded when a 19-year-old unwittingly stepped on it Sunday in Central Park, seriously injuring his left foot, didn’t appear to be designed to intentionally hurt people, police officials said.

The injured man has been identified as Connor Golden, a 19-year-old University of Miami student from Fairfax, Va.

A statement issued by the University of Miami said: “The University of Miami’s thoughts and prayers are with Connor Golden as he recovers from this horrific accident that took place in Central Park Sunday morning. We will provide Connor and his family with complete support through his recovery and rehabilitation.”

A relative told reporters that Golden had part of his injured leg amputated.