John R. “Ivan” Pederson was severely injured on Saturday, October 17, by an explosion and fire at his home at 183 County Road 60 in Grand Marais. He remains hospitalized at the Hennepin County Medical Center burn center.
A family friend reports that Pederson suffered first degree burns to his face and second and third degree burns to his hands. It is believed that he will not require skin grafts and his burns are healing well, however, he has developed pneumonia.
The Pederson family appreciates the outpouring of concern for John. Anyone who would like to send words of encouragement may write to him at: John Pederson, Hennepin County Medical Center, Burn Unit, 701 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415.
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