A dream family holiday to Greece has ended in unimaginable tragedy after a three-year-old British girl died after being pulled unconscious from a hotel swimming pool.
The incident occurred at a popular tourist resort on the island of Kos, where emergency services rushed to the scene after receiving desperate calls for help.
According to local reports, the young child was discovered motionless in the water by horrified fellow tourists who immediately raised the alarm.
Frantic Rescue Efforts
Witnesses described scenes of panic as hotel staff and holidaymakers worked frantically to revive the little girl after pulling her from the water.
Paramedics arrived swiftly at the scene and continued emergency resuscitation efforts before rushing the child to a nearby hospital.
Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, the toddler was pronounced dead a short time later, leaving family members and resort staff devastated.
Ongoing Investigation
Greek authorities have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy, which has sent shockwaves through the local tourism community.
Police are interviewing witnesses and examining the hotel's safety protocols while the Foreign Office confirms it is providing support to the grieving British family.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a devastating reminder of the critical importance of constant supervision around water, particularly for young children.
Water Safety Warning
Safety experts emphasise that drowning can occur silently and within seconds, even in shallow water. The Royal Life Saving Society UK recommends:
- Constant adult supervision within arm's reach of young children near water
- Ensuring proper pool fencing and safety barriers are in place
- Learning basic water rescue skills and CPR
- Avoiding distractions like mobile phones while supervising children in water
The tragic death has prompted renewed calls for heightened water safety awareness among families travelling abroad.
