Millions of Above-Ground Pools Recalled Following Child Drownings
TL;DR
Approximately 5 million aboveground swimming pools have been recalled due to a drowning risk posed by compression straps that children can use as footholds to climb into the pools unattended, leading to nine child deaths between 2007 and 2022. The recall involves pools manufactured by Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup, sold at major retailers and online, with updated safety standards being implemented to prevent future incidents. Consumers are advised to contact manufacturers for free repair kits.
Topics:businesspublic-safety#children-safety#compression-straps#drowning-hazard#public-safety#recall#swimming-pools
- Popular At-Home Swimming Pools Recalled Over Drowning Hazard The Cut
- 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)
- 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
- 5 Million Above-Ground Pools Recalled After Deaths of 9 Kids People.com
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