Plantation Fire Rescue

A 4-year-old boy was hospitalized in critical condition after being found unresponsive in a pool in Plantation, Broward County. An adult performed CPR until first responders arrived, and the child was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center. Authorities confirm the investigation is ongoing, and the Broward Sheriff’s Office is sharing water safety tips to prevent drownings.

A 4-year-old child was hospitalized in critical condition after a near-drowning incident in a Plantation pool. First responders performed CPR and restored the child's pulse before hospitalization, but the child remains in critical condition. South Florida has seen multiple child-related drowning incidents recently, with the CDC noting drowning as the leading cause of death for children aged 1-4.

A 2-year-old boy died after being found unresponsive in a lake behind a Plantation home. A family member performed CPR before police and emergency responders arrived, but the child later died at Broward Health. Plantation police are investigating the incident.

A fire in the laundry room of Courtyard by Marriott in Plantation led to an evacuation, but no injuries were reported. Firefighters extinguished the flames and allowed guests to return after confirming minor damage to the area.