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A 7-year-old girl was found unconscious and not breathing in a backyard pool in Phoenix, according to the city’s Fire Department. She was administered CPR before first responders arrived and was crying and breathing on her own when taken to the hospital. The article also mentions that drowning is the leading cause of death for children between ages 1-4, aside from birth defects, and provides some recommendations from the CDC on how to protect children around water.
A 7-year-old girl’s Near-Drowning Incident in Phoenix
A 7-year-old girl was found unconscious and not breathing after being pulled from a backyard pool in Phoenix on Friday night, the Phoenix Fire Department reported. The incident happened near 19th Avenue and Highway 101. The young girl received CPR before first responders arrived, and was seen crying and breathing independently when transported to the hospital.
The length of time the girl was in the pool is currently unknown.Download the 12News app for live, local, breaking news.
Drowning Prevention Tips
Drowning is the primary cause of death for kids aged 1-4, excluding birth defects, as per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It claims the lives of three children daily. Here are preventive measures from the CDC on safeguarding children around water:
1. Learning life-saving skills: Everyone should be familiar with basic swimming skills and CPR.
2. Set up a four-sided isolation fence around pools with self-closing and self-latching gates. This separates the pool from the house and play areas, helping prevent unauthorized access.
3. Using life jackets: Children should wear life jackets around natural water bodies, such as lakes or oceans, regardless of their swimming skills. They can also be used in pools for weaker swimmers.
4. Always supervise children around water bodies, including bathtubs, to prevent fast and silent drownings. Distractions like reading, phone conversations, or consumption of alcohol and drugs should be avoided.
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