Child Rescued From Swimming Pool In Trumbull, Police Share Safety Tips

TRUMBULL, CT — Police have provided pool and water safety tips for Trumbull residents after a 3-year-old was recently found floating face down in a pool before being rescued by an adult.

In a Facebook post, police said officers recently assisted Trumbull Emergency Medical Services after receiving a report of a 3-year-old child found floating face down in a swimming pool.

According to police, an adult noticed the child in the pool, jumped in and pulled the child out of the water. The child was found to be unresponsive and their lips were blue.

After a few chest compressions and pats on the child's back by the adult, the child started to cough and became alert and conscious. Officers and EMS soon arrived to monitor the child, who was then taken to a nearby hospital for evaluation, police said.

Police did not specify when the incident happened or where in Trumbull it occurred.

Police also emphasized the dangers associated with pools and water-related activities, especially as the summer season begins.

"We would like everyone to have enjoyable summer experiences," police said on Facebook, "all while being careful and remaining safe."

The following pool and water safety tips were provided by the Trumbull Police Department:

Top Things to Know

• Secure your pool with appropriate barriers.
• Designate a water watcher…and stay in arm’s reach of young children.
• Install anti-entrapment drain covers and safety release systems to protect against drain entrapment.
• If a child is missing, check the water first!
• For above-ground pools, secure, lock or remove steps, ladders and anything that can be used for access (such as outdoor furniture and toys) whenever the pool is not being actively supervised by an adult.

Establish and Enforce Rules and Safe Behaviors

• Do not enter headfirst unless in a pool that has a designated and safe diving area.
• Stay away from drains and other openings that cause suction.
• Only swim when supervised by a water watcher and provide close supervision of children.
• Never swim alone.
• Supervise others sober and without distractions, such as reading or talking on or using a cell phone.
• Ensure every member of your family learns to swim so they at least achieve skills of water competency.
• Know what to do in a water emergency – including how to help someone in trouble in the water safely, call for emergency help and CPR.

SAFETY Acronym

• S - Swim and wade only. Never dive, jump, or slide into the pool! Serious injuries could result from avoiding this rule.
• A - Adult supervision is always required! An adult must control the activity of children swimming or playing
• F - First-time users run the highest risk of injury! Teach the rules of pool safety to all users. Actively direct attention to the "warning" pool sign before allowing them to enter the pool.
• E - Electricity and water are a fatal mix! Keep all electrical radios, speakers, and other appliances away from the swimming pool.
• T - Teasing, roughhousing and horseplay do not belong in the pool area! Do not allow anyone to climb, sit or stand on the top rails of the pool. Play safe games. Be courteous and careful.
• Y - You should not permit alcohol or drugs at your pool. Keep anyone who is under the influence away from the pool area.

Educate Others

• Share S-A-F-E-T-Y with family and friends.
• Teach young children the 6 rules of pool safety immediately.
• Always think "safety first" and share your wisdom.

"Please share this information with family, friends and neighbors," police said. "Always remember, for any emergency call 911 right away...have a safe and happy summer!"

To contact the Trumbull Police Department for non-emergency matters, call 203-261-3665.