Toronto police urging people to be 'proactive' with children's safety around balconies, apartment windows | CBC News
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Toronto police are advising parents to take precautionary safety measures following two serious incidents involving six-year-olds falling from high-rise buildings. One child suffered severe injuries from a window fall, while another tragically died after falling from a balcony. Authorities recommend locking unused windows, using window guards, removing furniture from near windows, supervising children, ensuring balcony safety, and confirming that railings meet safety standards. The investigations into both incidents remain ongoing, with officials emphasizing proactive safety measures to prevent future accidents.
We urge parents, guardians, and property managers to take proactive steps to secure their homes and prevent tragic accidents.
The six-year-old boy injured Thursday is in stable but critical condition after falling from a window.
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