Youngster rescued in pool

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A four-year-old girl was rescued in Vernon's public swimming pool Monday afternoon after having a seizure.

A swim instructor saw the youngster was unresponsive and called for assistance.

Aquatic staff began first aid treatment and the girl quickly regained consciousness. She was transported to the hospital for observation. Recreation Services staff have been in contact with the family and have been assured that the little girl is doing well and should be back at swimming lessons next week.

"All of the staff did an amazing job,” said Gary Lefebvre, aquatic co-ordinator. “We do a lot of training to prepare ourselves to respond to emergencies, but when it involves a child so young, it adds a heightened level of emotion."

"We are very proud of the lifeguards and swim instructors we have at the Vernon Aquatic Centre."

The family thanked staff for the quick response and quality of treatment provided by them.

The identities of the child and the staff members are being withheld.