Florida man saves pregnant woman from drowning hours before baby’s birth

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Ramon Antonio VargasFebruary 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM

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On February 6th in Port St. Lucie, Florida, a pregnant woman, Sheldy Apollon, accidentally drove her car into a pond while feeling dizzy. Logan Hayes, a passerby, witnessed the incident and immediately jumped into the frigid water to rescue her. Hayes managed to pull Apollon from the sinking vehicle through a rear door and swam her to shore. Emergency responders were waiting and transported Apollon to HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital for treatment. Apollon, who was 34 weeks pregnant and suffering from pre-eclampsia, safely gave birth to her baby later that day.

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