Baby swimming aid sold on Amazon 'destroyed at border' due to drowning risk

A baby swimming aid has been recalled during the current July heatwave due to a drowning risk for infants.

The Rainllon Baby Swimming Float, which was being imported from China after being sold on Amazon, has been ‘destroyed at the border’.

Trading Standards said that the pink inflatable baby swimming float with sea creature themed decorations was too dangerous due to wind resistance caused by the canopy and could result in drowning.

A spokesperson said: “The product presents a risk of injuries and drowning because the canopy may increase wind resistance and affect the stability of the float.

“In windy conditions, the float may be lifted, tipped over, pushed away, or destabilised, creating risks of falls, capsizing, separation from the caregiver, entrapment, or drowning.

“The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

“The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Owners are advised to stop using the product and contact the distributor they purchased from for redress.”

The affected item has the model number: D1249, barcode: X002H5D3HB and Amazon A SIN: B0GBWNP1L1.

The news comes as people across the country take to the pools to cool off under the current Amber heat alert.

An Amber Heat Health Alert has been issued for the West Midlands as soaring temperatures begin to affect transport across the region, with rail passengers facing cancellations, reduced services and speed restrictions.

The UK Health Security Agency has upgraded its Heat Health Alert to amber for the West Midlands, with the warning remaining in place until 9pm on Sunday.

Forecasters expect temperatures to climb into the low to mid-30s later this week, with some areas approaching 35°C.