Many children showed signs of distress with sobs, complaining of headaches from the smell of gasoline from the bomb, or simply wanting to go home. One hostage observed a birthday on that day and songs were sung in his honor.
Children exhibited symptoms of distress, including crying, headaches due to the pungent smell of gasoline from the explosion, or a strong desire to leave the scene. One hostage found himself unexpectedly celebrating his birthday amidst the chaos, with others singing in his honor.