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fb+mp arquitetos has adorned the elongated swimming pool of Tune House in Brazil with colorful tiling, while integrating a rooftop belvedere that offers panoramic city views and a helical staircase that interacts harmoniously with the surrounding vegetation, capturing the interplay of light and shadow.
An 8-year-old girl was found "wedged in the pipes of the malfunctioning pool equipment" at a Houston hotel, leading to a lawsuit against Hilton and the hotel's operator seeking at least $1 million in damages. The girl disappeared in the hotel's lazy river and was later discovered in a 12- to 16-inch unsecured open gap in the pool's flow system. The lawsuit alleges multiple violations in the pool's inspection reports and claims that the new piping was malfunctioning.
The family of 8-year-old Aliyah Jaico, who drowned after being trapped in a hotel swimming pool pipe, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Brookhollow and Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. The lawsuit alleges gross negligence on the part of the hotel and seeks over $1 million in damages. The family's attorney claims that the hotel denied their request to view security camera footage and that the pool equipment was malfunctioning. Hilton has expressed condolences but stated that the property is independently owned and operated.
Thousands of fire ants in Texas formed a life-saving raft by interlocking their limbs and mandibles to protect their queen and colony from drowning in a swimming pool. The incredible footage, part of National Geographic's "A Real Bug's Life" series, showcases the ants' collective behavior and use of surface tension to stay afloat. The ants were discovered by location scouts and filmed with the help of an entomologist, revealing their ability to trap air bubbles and remain buoyant. This remarkable survival strategy allows the ants to withstand significant weight and stay afloat for extended periods.
A 10-year-old ballet dancer from Colombia has died after contracting a brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, believed to have been acquired from a swimming pool. The girl developed symptoms including ear pain, fever, and vomiting while on vacation, and her condition worsened upon returning home. Naegleria fowleri, which typically lurks in fresh water, is responsible for 97% of its victims' deaths. The girl's mother believes she contracted the amoeba through her nose while playing in the water. This tragic incident highlights the need for increased safety measures and awareness regarding the risks associated with this deadly amoeba.
Photojournalists from The Everyday Projects captured images of heat relief strategies around the world, including a makeshift swimming pool in a working-class neighborhood in Cairo, where children can cool off for a small fee; and the use of umbrellas in the Goma countryside of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where they are given to women to protect themselves and their babies from the sun.
A 5-year-old boy named Aldon Eveland was found unresponsive in an above-ground pool in Florence, Kentucky. Despite efforts to revive him, he was pronounced dead at Cincinnati Children's Medical Center. The drowning is believed to be accidental, and no criminal charges are expected.
Two friends visiting Maui on vacation became trapped in the deadliest wildfire in over a century. As flames surrounded them, they sought refuge in a swimming pool, using the iPhone's SOS feature to connect with emergency services. They waited for hours until firefighters rescued them. The friends later realized the magnitude of the wildfire and considered themselves lucky to have survived.
A video captured an Amazon delivery driver in Gardena, California, jumping into a customer's pool fully clothed after making a delivery. The customer had left a note inviting the driver to take a swim. The incident occurred during a heatwave with temperatures reaching highs of 70 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit in June. The heatwave has been affecting businesses in California, Arizona, and Texas, and has been part of a global trend of record-breaking temperatures.
A 34-year-old man named Earl Howe drowned in a residential swimming pool in Ponca City. He was found unresponsive at the bottom of the pool and was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Amazon is offering a 51% discount on the Intex Ultra XTR Deluxe Rectangular Above Ground Swimming Pool Set, which includes everything needed for a summer of swimming. The pool is made of high-quality galvanized steel and comes with a 1500 GPH pump and a removable ladder. The set is available for under $1,000, saving buyers over $1,000.
Wildlife trappers were called to remove a 10-foot crocodile from a swimming pool in Plantation Key, Florida. The crocodile was described as "massive" and was safely removed from the pool by the trappers.
A 10-foot American crocodile was captured after it wandered into a swimming pool in Plantation Key, Florida. Wildlife officials safely relocated the crocodile back into its habitat. Crocodiles are a threatened species in Florida and an endangered species everywhere else in the U.S. Homeowners with pools are advised to turn on the lights before jumping in at night. Tips for safely coexisting with crocodiles include keeping a safe distance, swimming only in designated areas during daylight hours, and never feeding them.
The 2-year-old daughter of Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett drowned in a swimming pool at the family’s home on Sunday. The police report said that it was a purely accidental and tragic incident. Shaquil Barrett and his wife have three other children. The Buccaneers expressed their condolences and offered support to the family.
The 2-year-old daughter of Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett drowned in a swimming pool at the family’s Florida home. The child was taken to an area hospital but could not be revived and was pronounced dead shortly after. It was a tragic accident and no foul play was involved. The Buccaneers released a statement in support of Barrett and his family. Barrett has played nine seasons in the National Football League.