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Child flown to trauma center after falling from Miami-Dade apartment building, officials say
By Steven Yablonski at CBS4 Miami
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
A child was taken to a South Florida hospital after falling from an apartment building early Thursday morning, according to Miami -Dade officials.A child was flown to a trauma center in Broward County after falling from an apartment building in North Miami Beach on Thursday, July 9, 2026.Miami-Dade F
Key takeaway Miami-Dade Fire Rescue told CBS News Miami units responded to an apartment building in the area of Northeast 22nd Avenue and Northeast 169th Street after receiving reports that a child fell from the building.
Why this matters in The Miami
The incident in North Miami Beach raises concerns about building safety and accident prevention in Miami-Dade's densely populated neighborhoods. As the county's population continues to grow, ensuring that residential buildings are secure and well-maintained is crucial to preventing similar accidents. The fact that the child was flown to a trauma center in Broward County also highlights the regional cooperation between emergency services in South Florida. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue's swift response to the scene demonstrates the importance of having well-trained and equipped emergency responders in the area. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child's fall will be closely watched by residents and officials alike, particularly in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where apartment buildings are common and safety is a top priority.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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