A three-year-old child was rescued by the Polícia Militar's Águia helicopter team after nearly drowning in Salto, São Paulo, where she was found in cardiac arrest and had to be transported to a hospital for further evaluation.
On Sunday afternoon, a three-year-old child suffered a near-drowning incident in Salto, São Paulo. The local firefighting service reported that when they arrived, the child was already in cardiac arrest, having drowned in a residential setting. While the exact location of the incident was not specified, it was noted that a neighbor had intervened and performed CPR, managing to revive the child before professional help arrived.
The Águia helicopter team from Campinas was dispatched to the scene to provide immediate assistance. They took over the care of the child, meant to ensure she received the proper medical attention promptly. Following their assessment and emergency care, the child was rushed to the Hospital de Clínicas in Campinas for further evaluation and treatment.
This incident highlights the importance of community response in emergency situations, as demonstrated by the neighbor who administered CPR before authorities arrived. It also showcases the rapid response capabilities of the Águia helicopter service, which plays a critical role in emergency medical situations across the state of São Paulo.
