Discovery Cove: Cardiff girl dies during family vacation in Florida

A 13-year-old girl has died while on a family vacation in the United States.

Anna Beaumont, from Cardiff, was found unconscious in a swimming pool at Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida, on Tuesday.

Local police said she was taken to hospital in critical condition, but died the next day.

In a statement, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said: “We are sorry to report that on May 29, 2024, 13-year-old Anna Beaumont was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

“Any information on the cause and manner of his death should come from the medical examiner’s office.”

On Discovery Cove's website, it's described as an “all-inclusive day resort” that offers the opportunity to swim with dolphins and snorkel among tropical fish.

Andrew Williams, headteacher at Anna's school, Radyr Comprehensive, said: “The very idea of ​​losing a child is an unimaginable journey and I know I speak for the entire school community when I say that our thoughts go to Anna's family as she tries to come to terms with their loss.

“Anna was a treasured member of our school family and her absence will be deeply felt by students, staff and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

“His spirit, kindness and presence touched so many lives.”

In an email to parents, the school said it would advise staff on how best to support students in the coming weeks, and urged them to “listen to them and encourage them to talk about their feelings” .

The Foreign Office said: “We are in contact with the family following the death of a child in the United States and are providing consular support during this difficult time. »