Actress Christy Carlson Romano, known for her role in Disney's "Even Stevens," recently experienced a frightening accident while celebrating her husband's birthday. During a clay pigeon shooting outing, Romano was injured after being struck in the face by stray shots fired from another party. Romano shared details of the incident on Instagram, including a video showing her injuries.

In the video, a visibly shaken Romano pointed to wounds under her eye, on the side of her face, and on her forehead, explaining that one fragment remained lodged behind her eye. She expressed gratitude for the first responders and medical professionals at St. David's South Austin Medical Center in Austin, Texas, who provided care. Romano also shared a powerful message about appreciating life's precious moments, urging her followers to "hug the people around you every chance you can."

In her Instagram caption, Romano elaborated on the incident, explaining that the other party involved had fired unsafely in the wrong direction. While she confirmed that she can currently see normally, doctors will continue to monitor the fragment behind her eye. Romano's husband, Brendan Rooney, also shared a heartfelt message of support for his wife, praising her bravery and resilience. He echoed her sentiment about cherishing loved ones, urging his followers to "kiss your loved ones."

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safety precautions in activities like clay pigeon shooting. While the sport is generally considered safe when proper procedures are followed, accidents can occur with devastating consequences.