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Child (8) escapes near-drowning at St Mike’s

The child has been taken to hospital.

THANKS to the quick response by Tower 13 lifeguards, a child escaped a near-drowning at St Mike’s beach yesterday (Tuesday) at midday.

Emergency services immediately responded and treated the girl (8) at the scene. The child was believed to be swimming in the tidal pool when the incident occurred.

Robert McKenzie, KwaZulu-Natal EMS Media Liaison Officer, said the girl, who is in a critical condition, was taken to Netcare Margate Hospital.

Photo by Zybella.
Photo by Zybella.

 

Photo by Laurika.
Photo by Laurika.

2 Comments

  1. Where are the guardians of the child? You dont leave a 8 year old child to swim by her self!

  2. Hey!!* I am thankful that you guys warn us with al these interesting stories!… Keep up the great work!!* if it wasn’t for you guys, we wouldn’t know about the latest news and thanks to every journilist out there, you guys are great and thanks for every story that you guys give is us!! :) I think people should start looking out before they go any where and be careful with every foot step they take!! Thanks, love and greetings, Tya :) !!!

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