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2-year-old boy dead after wandering into Plantation lake, becomes 4th child drowning death in South Florida in 3 weeks
By Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News
· July 10, 2026
· 4 min read
A 2-year-old boy drowned after he wandered into a lake in Plantation, police said, becoming the fourth child in South Florida to die by drowning in the past three weeks. Plantation Police officers responded to a report of a missing 2-year-old along the 1600 block of Northwest 108th Avenue, just afte
Key takeaway Plantation Police officers responded to a report of a missing 2-year-old along the 1600 block of Northwest 108th Avenue, just after 5:30 p.
Why this matters in The Miami
In Miami , where families often enjoy the city's numerous lakes, canals, and beaches, the recent string of child drowning deaths in South Florida hits close to home. As the region's residents, particularly those in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Miami Beach, enjoy the warm weather, it's crucial to remember that drowning can occur in any body of water, not just the ocean. The fact that Florida already has the highest drowning death rate in the nation for children under 5 is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and education. Local organizations, like those in Miami-Dade County, should consider partnering with groups like Every Child a Swimmer to provide low-cost swim lessons and water safety training to children, especially in areas where access to such resources may be limited. By taking proactive steps, Miami's communities can work towards preventing such tragedies and ensuring a safer environment for all children.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? A 2-year-old boy drowned after he wandered into a lake in Plantation, police said, becoming the fourth child in South Florida to die by drowning in the past three weeks. Plantation Police officers responded to a report of a missing 2-year-old along the 1600 block of Northwest 108th Avenue, just afte
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