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Family members save girl, 3, from drowning in backyard NJ pool

Backyard pool
Backyard pool
Karina Bland/The Republic via Imagn Content Services, LLC

BELLEVILLE, N.J. (1010 WINS) — A 2-year-old girl was rescued from a backyard pool in New Jersey by family members Monday morning after falling in, authorities said.

The toddler had wondered away from a trampoline at in home in Belleville around 10 a.m., and fell into the in-ground pool, police said.


Family members were able to get her out and started CPR while driving her to a local hospital where she regained consciousness and is being treated, according to authorities.

"Belleville police would like to remind our residents to always remain vigilant when children are in or around swimming pools," Det. Lt. John McAloon said in a statement.

He added "Thankfully family members were present and aware as a tragedy was certainly averted."