pool safety

Doctors warn that child drownings in the U.S. have increased recently, with drowning being the top cause of death for children ages 1 to 4. A foundation started by Stew Leonard and his wife after their son's drowning in 1989 promotes swimming lessons and pool safety to prevent such tragedies.

A 2-year-old Tennessee toddler, Bennett Pierrot, survived a drowning incident after being found lifeless in his family's pool. He received CPR from relatives before hospitalization, avoided brain damage, and is recovering with a minor lung infection. The family is advocating for CPR education and pool safety measures.

A 9-year-old boy died at Swim RVA's summer camp in Henrico, Va., after being pulled from the pool and undergoing CPR. The camp closed temporarily, and authorities are investigating the cause of death. A mother expressed her grief, and a police officer emphasized the importance of pool safety.

A 9-year-old boy died at Swim RVA’s summer camp in Henrico, Va., after being pulled from a pool and undergoing CPR. His mother, LaTaisha Johnson, expressed her grief, and the camp closed the location to provide support. Henrico police emphasized the importance of pool safety discussions with children.

The YMCA of South Hampton Roads has opened its pools for the summer and is promoting safety measures such as supervising children, wearing life vests, and enrolling in swim lessons.