A tragic drowning incident involving a 5-year-old child occurred in Wayne, N.J. Children aged 5 and under account for 75% of drowning deaths in pools from 2021 to 2023 according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Reports indicate an increase in annual drownings for this age group, rising from 243 in 2019 to 284 in 2021. The CPSC advises never leaving children unattended near pools, teaching swimming skills, and ensuring safety around pool drains. Investigations into the recent drowning incident are ongoing, with no charges filed yet.
Children aged 5 and under represent 75% of child drowning deaths in pools nationwide according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, highlighting a critical safety concern.
CPSC data indicates a rise in annual drownings among children under 5 from 243 in 2019 to 284 in 2021, prompting urgent calls for stronger safety measures.
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