Health Canada is recalling more than 200,000 above-ground swimming pools following reports of at least nine child drownings in the United States linked to a fault in the pools’ compression straps.
The recall affects three pool brands including Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup, and covers models dating back to 2006, according to a Health Canada advisory updated on July 21.
The recalled pools, which are 48 inches tall or more, have a compression strap around the legs that may act as a foothold, allowing children to climb in and access the pool unsupervised.
The companies have not received any reports of injuries or incidents in Canada as of July 17, the advisory notes….