Glendale, AZ – 2 Child Drownings Reported at Southern Ave & Camelback Rd
Glendale, AZ (February 24, 2020) – Authorities responded to two separate drowning calls involving children on Monday afternoon.
Officials from Phoenix Fire said that a 1-year-old baby is in extremely critical condition after being found unresponsive in a backyard pool in Phoenix. According to Phoenix Fire Department spokesman Rob McDade, the fire department responded to a call around 3:30 p.m. on Monday to a home in the area of Southern Avenue and 40th Street. When firefighters arrived, family members were performing CPR in the front yard under the direction of 911 operators.
Crews initiated advanced life support treatment on the baby and he was then transported to Valleywise Health Medical Center, where he remains in extremely critical condition.
Around the same time, the Glendale Fire Department responded to a drowning call at a home in the area of 67th Avenue and Camelback Road in Glendale. A 1-year-old boy there made his way into a backyard pool through a door that was propped open. Department spokeswoman Ashley Losch said that the boy’s sister discovered him in the pool and started CPR. He was transported to the hospital, where crews were able to revive his pulse. Losch said his current condition has not been released.
Both accidents remain under investigation at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured children and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Drowning Accidents in Arizona
Per reports from first responders and local authorities, Phoenix is number one in the country for both pool ownership and residential drowning accident. Because those who reside close to water or have access to pools are more likely to experience drowning, Arizona sees several injuries or deaths each year due to drowning incidents. Plus, drowning is the leading cause of accidental death among toddlers and preschool-aged children across the county. In fact, data show that nearly 400 children under the age of 15 drown every year in America.
These drowning incidents can mean tragic, unforeseen circumstances for victims and their families. From medical costs to financial difficulties and emotional trauma or even death after a drowning accident, victims and families are left to pick up the pieces in the aftermath. But those affected can contact a personal injury lawyer for help, especially when drowning accidents occur as a result of the negligent actions of others.
ELG Law’s premise liability attorneys have years of experience when it comes to seeking justice for victims and their families. Contact our accident attorneys today at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free consultation.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.
