Antigua: Toddler rescued from cistern in Cassada Gardens dies at hospital

The three-year-old boy rescued from a cistern in Cassada Gardens, Antigua and Barbuda on Sunday has died 24 hours after a coordinated effort by his family, Emergency Medical Services and Hospital triggered hope of miraculous recovery.

The toddler died at Intensive Care Unit of Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Easter Monday afternoon following multiple seizures and other complications, leaving a pall of grief over his family and community.

As per reports, on Easter Sunday, his family members spotted him in the cistern after a frantic search when they had not seen him for a while.

They began to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation, a procedure continued by a team from the Emergency Medical Services who arrived on the scene within 5 minutes of being called. He was later resuscitated and admitted to the hospital in critical condition, but his condition deteriorated.

Emergency Medical Technicians, led by Courtney Kellman continued CPR while rushing the boy to hospital. They also employed advanced interventions, including the use of Automated External Defibrillator, AED. Greenidge also urging members of the public to learn how to administer CPR, as Sunday’s scenario proves how immensely valuable it is.

The incident left everyone in shock; authorities have also advised parents to take care of their kids and keep them away from cisterns and other things that could be life-threatening.