Man resuscitated following reported drowning at resort pool

A man who was the victim in a reported drowning incident at a Myrtle Beach Resort pool Tuesday was resuscitated by rescue crews before being admitted to a local hospital for further care, officials said.

Battalion Chief John Fowler with Horry County Fire Rescue said Wednesday that thanks to the quick actions of those at the resort who swiftly alerted rescuers, the man was able to be successfully resuscitated.

“By the quick actions of the bystanders on scene with the quick activation of fire and EMS, the crew was able to resuscitate the patient and they were taken to the hospital for further care,” Fowler said.

No details were available as to what led to the emergency. An update on the man’s condition was also not available Wednesday.

This story was originally published June 28, 2017 at 3:14 PM with the headline "Man resuscitated following reported drowning at resort pool."