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'Little hero' rescued drowning friend from the sea by her hair

'Little hero' rescued drowning friend from the sea by her hair

Summary

A 12-year-old girl named Tamika saved her friend Sofia-Ann, 14, from drowning at Pensarn beach in Wales by pulling her out of the water by her hair after Sofia-Ann had a seizure. Sofia-Ann was taken to the hospital, treated for water in her lungs, and has since recovered.

Key Facts

  • Tamika and Sofia-Ann were caught by the tide while at the beach during a heatwave on May 28.
  • Sofia-Ann had a seizure underwater, and Tamika pulled her out by her hair.
  • Sofia-Ann was initially unresponsive and had water removed from her lungs at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd hospital.
  • Sofia-Ann had further seizures in the ambulance, and doctors are investigating the cause.
  • Rescue teams, police, and ambulance services responded to reports of three teenagers needing help.
  • Both girls were helped by women at the beach who raised the alarm.
  • Tamika also got dragged underwater but focused on saving her friend.
  • Families expressed gratitude for Tamika’s quick action and bravery.
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