Toddler Drowns in Backyard Pool in Nashville
A 2-year-old girl, Viomara Laura Ortiz, drowned in a backyard swimming pool in Nashville, Tennessee. Her father reported that she ran off while he was changing and he found her unresponsive in the pool several minutes later. Video footage indicated…
Portland, OR, August 3, 2026 —
A 2-year-old girl has died after drowning in a backyard swimming pool in Nashville, Tennessee. The child has been identified as Viomara Laura Ortiz.
According to her father, Viomara Laura Ortiz ran off while he was in the process of changing. He discovered her unresponsive in the swimming pool several minutes later.
Video footage from the scene indicated that the toddler was in the water for approximately eight minutes before she was found. An investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.
In the wake of this tragedy, safety experts are reiterating the critical importance of preventative measures for young children around swimming pools. These measures include the use of effective pool barriers, such as fences with self-latching gates, and the installation of pool alarms that can alert caregivers to unauthorized access. Additionally, experts emphasize the necessity of consistent swim training for young children to equip them with basic water survival skills.
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