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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 11, 2026Miami-Dade

Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue transports toddler to hospital following near-drowning incident

Emergency responders transported a 2-year-old girl to Memorial Hospital West after she was found unresponsive in a backyard pool in Pembroke Pines on Tuesday. First responders successfully performed CPR on the child, who was reported to be awake and breathing during transport.

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Why It Matters

This incident highlights ongoing public safety concerns regarding child water safety in South Florida, following a series of recent drowning-related emergencies in the region.

Key Facts

  • A 2-year-old girl was found unresponsive in a backyard pool in Pembroke Pines.
  • The incident occurred on the 600 block of Northwest 157th Avenue.
  • Emergency services were alerted via a 911 call shortly after 11 a.m. on Tuesday.
  • First responders performed CPR on the child at the scene.
  • The child was resuscitated and transported to Memorial Hospital West.
  • The child was reported to be awake and breathing during transport.
  • Pembroke Pines Police are currently investigating how the child entered the pool.
  • This incident follows a series of recent drowning-related events in South Florida.

Who's Mentioned

organizationPembroke Pines Fire Rescue“Responded to the emergency call and provided medical aid.”other600“Block number of the incident location.”locationMemorial Hospital West“Facility where the child was transported for care.”organizationPembroke Pines Police“Conducting an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.”locationNorthwest 157th Avenue“Location of the incident.”other911“Emergency service contacted by the family.”