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CTV News
2 days ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Here's how you stay safe around the water this summer
Montreal Watch Ryanald Hawkins from the Quebec Lifesaving Society provides tips on staying safe near the water.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Incredible cops save life of girl, 3, who 'had no pulse' at Staffordshire home
Incredible police officers saved the life of a three-year-old girl who went into cardiac arrest - after her airways became blocked. Now the youngster has been reunited with the brave officers and was able to give them a gift. The incident had unfolded earlier this month when nearby officers were alerted to the incident in Cannock. PC George Morrison and PC Simon Thomas were first on scene and suspected something could be blocking her airways and put Porsche on her side. PC Thomas gave CPR while PC Morrison checked for a pulse - and she didn't have one. They carried on treating her, with the youngster on her side while Sergeant Ben Donovan turned up with a defibrillator from the town's police station. READ MORE: 'It's no longer financially viable' - Gutted landlords quit pub after four years READ MORE: Landscaper, 32, played 'significant role' in murky world of drug dealing They were joined by PC Pete Clarke who held up the gir;s head to free up her airway. It was then that the determined cops were joined by paramedics were joined by paramedics from West Midlands Ambulance Service. Officers had managed to clear her airways and she came around. The youngster was taken to hospital and was unhurt and later discharged. It transpired she'd suffered a seizure and vomited - causing her airways to block. After it happened Porsche's dad credited the cops with saving his daughter's life. Following the ordeal at the Chadsmoor address on July 10, the youngster has since been reunited with the officers - and gave them a present. PC Thomas, who administered CPR, said: "Going to an incident involving a child is never nice, especially one where the child is in cardiac arrest. At that moment you drop everything you are doing and go to the location as fast as you possible can. We are trained in doing CPR on children, but it's training you hope you never have to use 'Though I immediately began administering CPR, I was also managing feelings of nervousness, fear, and an overwhelming sense of urgency. Despite the emotional intensity of the moment, I remained focused on giving Porsche the best possible chance of survival. 'The experience was deeply emotional and left a lasting impact on me as an officer and a dad. It reaffirmed my commitment to public service and reminded me of the profound responsibility we carry as police constables. 'Being able to save a life is one of the most meaningful aspects of this role, and I am incredibly proud to have made a difference in such a critical moment.' Chief Inspector Al Lyford, of Cannock Local Policing Team, has hailed his time. He said: 'I'm incredibly proud of the quick thinking and dedication shown by our officers in such a distressing and challenging situation. Officers consistently go above and beyond to protect our communities, and their commitment to local policing and safeguarding is truly inspiring.' Get all the latest news from court here
BBC News
4 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Life-saving training being offered at Jersey beach
Free training to learn life-saving skills is being offered for free in Jersey. NAPA Medical said people could attend its Seaside Resus event at St Ouen's Bay on Saturday where they can learn how to perform team will be on the beach front of the RNLI hut at Le Port from midday until 16:00 Judge from NAPA Medical said the training was family-friendly, free and would include hands-on demonstrations of CPR. He said: "There is a huge gap discrepancy in CPR training... it should be free, it should be enjoyable and fun."We are taking it to the beach because Jersey is surrounded by water and families will be taking children to the beach in the summer."It's going to be good weather, come down, get a tan and learn how to save a life."He said studies showed the amount of chest compressions people should be doing was between 100 and 120 beats per minute."For the younger people, Sabrina Carpenter's Taste sits at 107 and Pink Pony Club which I sing is right in the middle as well," he said.
RNZ News
7 days ago
- RNZ News
Jet ski tragedy: Vincent Cornell-Cooke died after giving lifejacket to brother
By Hannah Bartlett, Open Justice multimedia journalist of Vincent "Vinnie" Cornell-Cooke, died while saving his brother during a jet ski incident on Lake Taupō. The coroner has released findings into his death. Photo: Open Justice / NZME When Vincent Cornell-Cooke saw his brother struggling to stay afloat after they had fallen off a jet ski, he told him he loved him, and handed him his lifejacket. The 35-year-old's "ultimate sacrifice" saved his brother Bronson's life, but resulted in the loss of his own. As Bronson clung to the one lifejacket they had between them, efforts were made to keep Vincent afloat in the choppy waters of Lake Taupō, but eventually he went under and disappeared. His body was found by a police dive squad seven metres underwater at 3.30pm the next day. After his death, a Givealittle page was set up to raise support for Vincent's wife and children. In it "Vinnie" was remembered as "an amazing and loving husband and father, who poured his heart and soul into his family". "His generosity, courage, and devotion to his family and friends will forever leave a legacy of love and kindness," the page read. Now, a coroner's findings have been released outlining the circumstances of the tragic death, and providing safety recommendations for other jet ski riders. On 18 January 2025, Vincent and his two brothers, Washington and Bronson, arrived in Taupō to celebrate Bronson's 30th birthday. They began celebrations with skydiving, followed by food and drinks at their hotel, before Vincent and Bronson went into town where they had "a significant amount of alcohol", and then caught a taxi back to the hotel. The next day, the three brothers headed to the lake to use Bronson's jet ski, taking it for a spin, one at a time. But about 12.30pm, Vincent and Bronson headed out on the jet ski together, with Vincent driving and wearing the one lifejacket they had between them. Neither of them could swim. As the water became choppier, they were thrown without warning from the jet ski. Vincent's lifejacket was not connected to the emergency safety engine cut-off switch, which meant the jet ski circled before drifting away. Bronson told the coroner the men were "freaking out", and he was struggling to stay afloat. Vincent took off the lifejacket, which Bronson reluctantly took. While Vincent struggled and eventually went under, Bronson managed to signal for help and people on the beach called emergency services. Police rescued Bronson about 1pm. A post-mortem listed Vincent's cause of death as drowning. A toxicology report did not detect any alcohol, but found methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) was present. The pathologist advised that "MDMA is a stimulant that can contribute to impaired judgment, and it may have impacted [Vincent's] ability to safely operate the jet ski". However, the coroner noted the analysis did not indicate when this was ingested or in what quantities. Coroner Ian Telford began his recommendations by acknowledging Vincent's death was tragic. He said the circumstances around it were "profoundly moving - an enduring example of someone making the ultimate sacrifice for their brother". However, he also said that while he didn't wish to add to the family's pain, he had assessed that Vincent's death was "highly preventable". Telford said Vincent's consumption of alcohol and recent ingestion of MDMA may have impaired his condition and judgment, but also noted, "while Vincent may not have been in optimal condition", it appears that the jet ski capsizing was, fundamentally, "an unforeseeable accident". "It could have been caused by random instability of the craft or roughness of the water. There is simply no way to determine the exact cause of the capsizing." The main factors the coroner considered relevant were that Vincent ended up without a lifejacket and couldn't swim; and a cord was not attached to Vincent's wrist or lifejacket, so the engine cut-off switch wasn't activated. "This prevented the brothers from being able to reboard the jet ski, or at least use it to aid their flotation." The coroner said Vincent's chances of survival would have been "considerably higher" had he been wearing a lifejacket and properly using the emergency safety engine cut-off switch on the jet ski. "By bringing this finding to the public's attention, it is hoped that other jet ski users will rediscover the lifesaving value of taking these small safety steps, and also recognise the potentially devastating consequences of neglecting them." Telford also urged people to refer to Maritime New Zealand's website and take note of its advice. Some of the key information he summarised was: This story originally appeared in the New Zealand Herald .
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Driver's defibrillator push after colleague dies
A bus driver has installed life-saving equipment in a city centre at the spot where his friend and colleague collapsed and later died from a cardiac arrest. Carlos Santos, 39, from Cadbury Heath in Bristol, has worked as a bus driver for 18 years and is also a relief CCTV analyst and former Special Police Constable. In December 2024, his colleague Richard Dewdney suffered a heart attack and collapsed while waiting for his next shift at Broad Quay. "There were no defibrillators available on the system unfortunately," said Carlos. "The air ambulance critical team arrived. They worked on him for about an hour, but unfortunately he ended up passing away." Determined to prevent similar tragedies, Mr Santos and fellow drivers raised funds for a defibrillator. First West of England paid the shortfall and the device was installed outside Turtle Bay on Broad Quay, with a plaque dedicated to Richard. It was used within 12 hours of being installed due to a medical emergency nearby. Mr Santos has also founded BristolResus4All, a not-for-profit organisation working with Great Western Air Ambulance, Avon and Somerset Police, and Defibs4Bristol to install and maintain defibs across the region. He said his aim is to ensure no one is more than a three-minute return walk from a defibrillator. "I started to look into defibrillators in the city centre [but] there was not one available," he said. "I found out that around 15 defibrillators were already installed [in local areas], but they lacked maintenance." Mr Santos managed to get all the equipment working again, and found out his work has already helped save a life. "Only a few weeks ago, I met someone that actually survived the cardiac arrest due to me checking a public defibrillator," he said. "It was really good that I could meet him face to face and shake his hand." Mr Santos added: "It's so important to get more defibrillators made available and ensure existing ones are properly maintained because people have been dying unnecessarily. "It doesn't matter what age - it can happen to anybody." Follow BBC Bristol on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. More on this story Business group installs sixth city defibrillator
