A heartbreaking incident has shaken the community after a 3-year-old girl from Sydney’s western suburbs tragically died in a swimming pool in Bali.
Janna Al Easawi was on holiday with her family at a villa in Semiyak when the devastating accident occurred.
What Happened?
Janna’s parents had mistakenly thought the gate to the pool was locked, but the little girl managed to access the pool area.
Her father was the first to spot her and pulled her out of the pool, rushing her to the D’Square Medical Centre.
Another Australian tourist assisted with CPR before Janna was taken to the hospital.
A Grieving Father’s Plea
In a distressing phone call, Janna’s father contacted Airbnb to ask if he could leave the luggage at the resort and if there would be an extra charge.
The Airbnb staff offered their condolences and assured the family they didn’t need to worry about the luggage.
The staffer also offered to help with the authorities, to which the grieving dad simply replied, “thank you.”
A Family’s Warning
Janna’s family has begun to speak out about the tragedy, warning other families to always supervise children near pools.
The 3-year-old had already started swimming lessons, but her family knows that accidents can still happen.
“The family continues to cope with the tragic loss of their beloved angel,” loved ones told 7NEWS.
A Tribute to Janna
Those who knew Janna remembered her as a bright and loving child. “Janaa’s smile had the power to light up every room, and her love for her parents, family, friends, and her cherished parrot (Coco) was boundless.”
The family plans to bring Janna home for a funeral, where they will celebrate her life and mourn her passing.
Pool Safety Laws: A Stark Warning
This tragedy highlights the importance of pool safety laws, which are strict in Australia but lacking in Bali.
Royal Life Saving Australia chief executive Justin Scarr emphasised that pool fencing laws have been instrumental in protecting young children in Australia.
However, these laws do not apply in many countries overseas, including Indonesia.
This is the second drowning of an Australian child in Bali in the past three months, serving as a stark warning to parents to be vigilant when traveling abroad.