Town of Eston addresses critical incident at swimming pool
ESTON - On July 9th, 2025, a critical incident occurred at the Eston Lions-Brummund Associates Swimming Pool. Thanks to the swift, skilled, and courageous response of the lifeguards on duty, the individual involved was rescued from the water and stabilized until EMS arrived.
The lifeguards’ professionalism, composure, and training were nothing short of extraordinary. Despite their young age, they demonstrated the utmost focus and ability under pressure, initiating life-saving interventions and working as a coordinated team in a high-stress moment. Their actions directly contributed to a successful outcome and are a powerful example of what community care and preparedness can achieve. We are immensely proud of them. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the bystander who stepped in to assist during the emergency. Their willingness to help in a critical moment is a reminder of the strength and compassion that exists within our community.
We are extremely grateful to the local EMS, RCMP, and volunteer first responder who responded rapidly to the call, provided immediate medical care, and ensured the individual received timely transport and treatment. The seamless cooperation among all emergency personnel on scene reflects the strength of our community’s emergency response system.
We understand this type of event can be distressing for community members, especially those who witnessed the incident. We want to reassure residents that the Eston Lions - Brummund Associates Swimming Pool remains a safe and well-supervised facility. Our lifeguards are certified to high standards and undergo training. This incident is a testament to the success and necessity of that preparedness.
To the individual involved and their family — our thoughts remain with you as you continue your recovery, and we are here to support you as a valued community member.
If you or someone you know is experiencing distress or concern related to this event, we would like to remind you that support is available. The West Central Crisis & Family Support Centre- Traumatic Events Response Team and other local trusted providers offer confidential emotional support, and we encourage anyone affected to reach out.
Together, we thank and celebrate our young lifeguards for their extraordinary response and service to the safety of our community.
For more information or to access support services, please contact: West Central Crisis & Family Support Centre at 1-306-463-6655 or www.westcentralcrisis.ca