Massive Recall of 5 Million Pools Following Child Drownings
TL;DR
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled 5 million above-ground pools with dangerous compression straps that children can use to enter unnoticed, leading to multiple drownings. Owners are advised to install a repair kit and ensure pools are inaccessible to children when unattended, highlighting ongoing pool safety concerns.
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- This Deadly Design Flaw in 5 Million Pools Just Triggered a Massive Recall Gizmodo
- Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Recall Certain Above-Ground Pools 48-Inches and Taller Due to Drowning Hazard; Nine Deaths Reported; Five Million Pools Sold Since 2002 | CPSC.gov U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (.gov)
- 5 million pools recalled after 9 children drowned: See affected products USA Today
- Roughly 5 million swimming pools recalled after deaths of at least 9 children Yahoo Home
- 5 Million Pools Are Recalled After at Least 9 Children Drown The New York Times
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