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Tesla Plunges into Pool at Waveny Park
18 Jun
Summary
- An elderly driver's Tesla crashed into a closed community pool.
- Lifeguards and first responders rescued the conscious driver.
- The pool sustained damage and needs cleaning before reopening.
An elderly driver was rescued Tuesday morning after their Tesla veered off course and crashed into the Steve Benko Pool at Waveny Park. The incident occurred just after 10:30 a.m. as the driver was attempting to park. The electric vehicle breached a fence and passed through trees before submerging in the pool.
The community pool was closed for the day, ensuring no swimmers were present or in the path of the car. Lifeguards on duty and emergency responders acted swiftly to assist the driver. They entered the pool and successfully extracted the individual from the vehicle through the passenger side window.
The driver, though conscious and alert, was transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation as a precautionary measure. The Tesla began to take on water shortly after the crash, raising concerns for the driver's safety. The pool facility will now undergo necessary draining, cleaning, and refilling processes, with officials aiming for a weekend reopening.
