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Toddler's death sparks urgent playset warning from feds - Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is urging parents to immediately stop using the WPX-4 slide playset after it caused a 17-month-old's death.
For parents across Lubbock, this means a swift check of any similar playsets in their homes or backyards is now critical. The federal agency recommends parents outright discard the WPX-4 model to protect young children from serious injury. This is not a standard recall, but a direct public safety order. A simple toy designed for fun became a deadly hazard.
Common questions
What playset is the federal government warning Lubbock parents about?
- The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning parents about the WPX-4 slide playset. This specific product, manufactured by Wenzhou Yidian Amusement Equipment Co., Ltd., has been linked to a toddler's death due to dangerous openings.
Why is the WPX-4 playset considered dangerous?
- The WPX-4 playset is dangerous because it contains openings that can trap a child's head and neck. This design flaw led to the death of a 17-month-old, prompting the urgent federal warning for parents, including those in Lubbock.
What should Lubbock parents do if they own this playset?
- The federal agency recommends that parents immediately stop using the WPX-4 slide playset. For parents across Lubbock, a swift check of any similar playsets in their homes or backyards is now critical to ensure child safety.
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