From the Cary Fire Protection District:
Child Pulled from Water at Cary Aquatic Center
On Saturday, June 22, 2025, at 12:37 p.m., the Cary Fire Protection District was dispatched to Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center, located at 1201 N. First Street in Cary, for a reported drowning victim.
Paramedics arrived within minutes and located a 3-year-old child in respiratory distress after reportedly being pulled from the pool.
Emergency crews quickly began treatment.
A medical helicopter was initially placed on standby but was later canceled as the child’s condition improved.
The child was breathing and responsive prior to being transported by ambulance to a local hospital for further evaluation.
The Cary Police Department is investigating the circumstances of the incident. Any additional questions should be directed to their office.
“As we head into the heart of summer, we want to remind families that active supervision is critical anytime children are near water,” said Cary Fire Chief Brad Delatorre.
“Whether you’re at a public pool or in your own backyard, close attention and basic safety measures can make all the difference.
“That same level of awareness is just as important around the Fox River, especially near beaches or while swimming off boats.
“Life jackets and knowing your surroundings are key to preventing a tragedy.”
