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Kensington girl (4) critical following near-drowning

The girl was treated for her injuries and provided with advanced life support interventions.

November 6, 2018

Tshepiso Mametela Less than a minute

A 4-year-old girl was left in a critical condition on Sunday afternoon following a near-fatal drowning incident at a residence in Kensington.

ER24 paramedics arrived on the scene shortly before 2pm and were greeted by the mother at the gate holding the child.

Paramedics assessed the girl and found that she was in a critical condition.

Also read: Drowning is preventable

The girl was treated for her injuries and provided with advanced life support interventions. Once treated, the girl was transported to a provincial hospital for further care.

The details surrounding this incident are not yet known.

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November 6, 2018

Tshepiso Mametela Less than a minute

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Kensington girl (4) critical following near-drowning

The girl was treated for her injuries and provided with advanced life support interventions.

November 6, 2018

Tshepiso Mametela Less than a minute

A 4-year-old girl was left in a critical condition on Sunday afternoon following a near-fatal drowning incident at a residence in Kensington.

ER24 paramedics arrived on the scene shortly before 2pm and were greeted by the mother at the gate holding the child.

Paramedics assessed the girl and found that she was in a critical condition.

Also read: Drowning is preventable

The girl was treated for her injuries and provided with advanced life support interventions. Once treated, the girl was transported to a provincial hospital for further care.

The details surrounding this incident are not yet known.

At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!

November 6, 2018

Tshepiso Mametela Less than a minute

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Add The Citizen as a preferred source to see more from Bedfordview Edenvale News in Google News and Top Stories.

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Charmaine Slater

Editor for the Kempton Express and The Thembisan community newspapers. I am a dedicated journalist with a passion for community journalism and the residents we serve.