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In an extraordinary scene in the city of Nordheim in the state of Baden-Württemberg, Germany, two children proved that heroism knows no age. Marlene (11 years old) and her friend Leo (12 years old) acted quickly and decisively to save a four-year-old boy from drowning after he fell into an outdoor pool with a depth of about 3.85 meters.

Critical Moments

The story dates back to mid-August, when the little boy rushed toward the diving platform and jumped into the pool, quickly disappearing underwater after a brief moment on the surface. Leo did not hesitate and dove to the bottom to reach the child's body, while Marlene helped him lift it up using techniques they had learned in a rescue training just a week prior.

Successful Resuscitation

At the edge of the pool, Marlene rushed to press on the child's stomach to expel the water. Minutes passed that felt long, but soon the little boy began to breathe again amidst the joy of the onlookers and the relief of the young rescuers. Marlene said, "We had to save him at all costs, and fortunately, it worked."

Community Praise

The mayor of Nordheim, Volker, described the two students as "two little heroes and great role models," emphasizing that their quick intervention saved the child's life, while stressing the importance of parents being vigilant in public pools to avoid such situations.

An Unforgettable Impact

Marlene and Leo realized the magnitude of what they had done later when a friend told them that their intervention gave the child a chance to celebrate his upcoming birthday. Marlene smiles and says, "Only then did I understand that we saved his life."