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PHOENIX - Police say a child is dead following a drowning incident in North Phoenix.
According to Phoenix Fire, fire crews responded to a home in the area southeast of Greenway Road and 19th Avenue for reports of a drowning.
"On arrival, crews found a three-year-old female who was pulled out of a backyard pool, unconscious and not breathing," read a portion of the brief statement released by fire officials.
Phoenix Police officials said the child was pronounced dead after she was taken to the hospital. An investigation is ongoing.
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Toddler drowns in north Phoenix pool, PD says
Tips for child safety around the pool
Drowning is fast and silent. It can happen in as little as 20-60 seconds.
Families are advised to follow the ABCDs of water safety:
- Adult supervision
- Barriers
- CPR classes for adults, swim lessons for kids
- Devices, like Coast Guard-approved life vests for kids who cannot swim
Any designated adult who is supervising has to put their phone down - their eyes have to be in the water at all times.