New study: portable pools can kill too Timothy Martin June 21, 2011 1 min read A new study says the risk of a child drowning in an inground pool is the same as an inflatable pool. News/Talk 960’s Timothy Martin reports. [audio:https://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Drownings-Wrap-1-WEB.mp3|titles=Drownings Wrap 1-WEB] About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Yes, spring was a hot one — so how about summer?Next: Mixed reaction to graphic cigarette warnings Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025