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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Owen Scott

80-year-old woman fights for her life after suffering third degree burns falling asleep in the sun

An 80-year-old woman has been left fighting for her life after suffering severe burns while lying in the sun. ​

Betty Lou Summer, from San Tan Valley, Arizona, was at the Johnson Ranch community pool when she fell asleep in a metal chair in 105F heat.

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