Child experiences near-drowning incident at a pool in Plantation, with a doctor reportedly administering CPR before emergency responders arrived on the scene.
In the Hawks Landing community of Plantation, Broward County, a tragic incident occurred on August 10, 2025, near 400 Fan Palm Way[1][2][3]. A child was hospitalized in critical but stable condition after nearly drowning in a pool on Sunday evening.
The emergency response was swift, with Plantation Fire rescue crews arriving shortly after the incident. They took over resuscitation efforts from a physician who was already on scene and performing CPR on the child[1]. The presence of the physician and their initiation of CPR before the arrival of authorities was thanked by Plantation Fire Lt. Ashton Bright.
The child was then taken to Broward Health Medical Center by Plantation Fire rescue crews[1]. Paramedics were able to revive the child while en route to the hospital.
As of mid-August 2025, the child remains in critical but stable condition[1][2][3]. The latest updates report that the combined efforts of the physician and the emergency responders gave the child a "fighting chance."
Authorities emphasize the importance of pool safety and knowing CPR to prevent similar incidents. The focus remains on the child's recovery and community awareness about water safety[1][2][3].
[1] Plantation Police Department press release, August 11, 2025. [2] Broward Health Medical Center statement, August 11, 2025. [3] Plantation Fire Department press release, August 11, 2025.
- Despite the tragic incident, the latest news on the child's condition is that they are in critical but stable condition, giving them a fighting chance for recovery.
- The breaking news about the child's health and the incident has emphasized the importance of pool safety and knowing CPR in the Hawks Landing community and beyond.
- The sudden event has brought the issue of mental-health to the forefront in the community, with many expressing concern and offering support during this difficult time.
- In the usual curve of general-news, this story of health-and-wellness has garnered significant attention, underscoring the importance of fitness-and-exercise and preparedness in unexpected situations.
- As the story of the car-accidents has taken a backseat in the headlines, the story of the child's near-drowning has made a strong impact on the community, raising awareness about a preventable issue.
