Parents of 7-year-old who died in sand hole break their silence
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 มี.ค. 2024
- The parents of Sloan Mattingly, who died after getting buried in sand at a Florida beach, speak out: “When we go to the beach, we think of water safety. And this never, ever once crossed my mind."
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The mom saying "Sorry" has to be the most heartbreaking thing ever to hear from someone who lost a child to a complete accident
That was such a sad thing to hear....even in the midst of this tragedy, she is the one pouring comfort out to others
Bless these parents hearts
Bless these parents hearts❤
Heartwrenching 🙏🏻✨️💕🕯
That absolutely GUTTED me!!!
The fact that Sloan's parents were also concerned about the state of mind of bystanders who tried so hard to help tells you a lot about their humanity!!
That was just a photo op for the camera
@@mysteriousjz where's your PROOF? I've been around long enough AND personally have experienced THEIR kind of grief!!
The LAST THING on their minds is a "PHOTO-OP""! THEIR CONCERNS ARE QUITE GENUINE!! WTF is wrong with you?
@@LeafsAndCars grief is overwhelming for your child. You wouldn't have time to think of others what they witnessed or not. You would be focused on the pain the deceased sufferred, not have a clue about the onlookers gathered for a show. Acting as hero, Profiting from tragedies, and bathing in spotlight are hallmarks of American culture.
@@mysteriousjz wow you're sick! That is absolutely untrue. The fact that 1) you're incapable of empathy when you're going through something bad and 2) you're unaware that people are different, is ALARMING.
@@mysteriousjz based on WHAT EVIDENCE??
Wow! I’m so glad the person who took that picture shared it with the parents. That’s crazy.
These poor parents (and big brother). It’s unbelievably courageous of them to share their tragedy despite unspeakable grief in an effort to help others. 🙏🏼
"Life is about Love, kisses, hugs, and songs" - Sloan
Ill always remember that
❤so sweetly said the truth by an angel. God has got an Angel in heaven❤ may her beautiful soul RIP🙏
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That is going to stick to me forever too
Yup. Great way to rememer her by.
I don’t wish this even on an enemy. Parents never get over their child’s death. Deepest and most sincerest condolences.
They should have been watching
@@Jennnn24567 Should have - could have. Words. Honestly, would YOU consider a child could dig a hole in the sand deep enough to be buried in? Honestly!
@@Jennnn24567they were. They were right there. Go back and listen to the interview.
@@kknn523 Stop shaming the mother. What is the matter with you? People like you, are what make this world such an awful place. Be kind. You need to give grace.
@@Jennnn24567 They were, they said It themselves. Sometimes things like that happen in the blink of an eye. Even if they were there.
I would never think of this as a risk, and think this family is doing a remarkably brave and important thing in sharing this with others. They are clearly wonderful and caring parents and my heart goes out them in the loss of their sweet girl.
Not sure I ever had the desire to dig a hole in the sand. Make a castle, yes. I was concerned when that mom said "water & safety" I was concerned. Water is not safe.
@@sjackson5980 The mom meant "water safety" in the sense that parents know to be extra vigilant around water. Like "bike safety" is wearing a helmet. The mom meant that she had water safety on her mind at the beach, but didn't know she needed to worry about sand safety too.😢
@@awhatsname Yes, I believe that's how she meant it, also.
My dad has always warned us kids not to dig holes in the sand. He now says it over and over about my kids digging holes. They should place signs on all beaches not to dig or bury themselves. It's a scary world. Absolutely heartbreaking this happened 💔
Was your dad an engineer by any chance? Even more a Geo Tech on. My husband is a Geo Tech engineer and works on levees and everything to do with soil. He knew of this danger. But gosh, I would have never without his knowledge.
If that was my child, I wouldn’t be able to sit still and talk about the tragic day without losing it. They are strong! Rip
What pain you can see. My lands. Thanks to them for sharing for others.
It just happened they r still in shock. The pain gets horrific as time goes on
Yeah I can’t imagine.
@@movingforwardfco1587huh?
Agree. But they have another child and have to move on and parent that child and many times it helps the grieving process by being and acting normal and speaking about it....
The mom apologizing to the beachgoers who witnessed it absolutely broke my heart. Even in her anguish and agony of losing a child she’s still thinking of others. Her daughter would be so proud of her selfless and brave mom and dad. ❤
I think it just reveals her guilt complex over her daughter's death. (The mind always gives itself away.) Poor lady.
@@Hannari-xt6nr You must have not watched the video. The parents didn't blame anybody else. They thanked everyone else and even said sorry to everyone else who had to witness such a traumatic event. They also did monitor their children. They just did not know how fragile sand walls could be. They said when the sand walls crashed it happened in an instant. They now hope to warn other parents so others do not have to go through the same tragedy.
@@timeghostband9594I just don’t know how those children dug a “several feet deep” hole that men couldn’t get to the bottom of. How long were they digging? Did they have trowels? Did they have a backhoe? What kind of kids are these?
@Broken_Cracka. Replies above stating a man that had been there before them dug a huge hole and didn't properly cover it. That was my first thought also, and it makes sense.
Reminded me of Chris Watts’ mother crying about how traumatized all the first responders were to recover the bodies of the little girls in such a horrific state.. 😔😢
Such good hearted people. Even through their grief, they manage to be so considerate of others.
I was holding it together until I saw the picture that kind person posted. Such a beautiful way to think about what it symbolizes. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Mattingly Family and their loved ones. RIP Sweet Sloan. May we all live by your words of wisdom.🙏🫶
I am SO SO SO heartbroken for this girl, I didn’t know about the danger of digging at the beach, these parents are so strong to put themselves out there to educate others. Thank you.
The child will be safe & happy in God's care..its the parents who are 💔.
Sadly they never knew too & that's why they want others to know. What a wonderful way to honor their daughter.
And tragically..the hole from what I've read here, was already dug earlier.
I mean I don’t think any of us did. This is practically unheard of.
I didn't know either
It happens pretty regularly. Google it.
Seriously? It's sand. Sand collapses if you dig a big enough hole. Sand is holy s@#t heavy. Is this only common sense for Floridians, California's, basically states that have a beach?
I do admit my brother and I did dig holes when we were kids, but it was only the length of our arm and wide enough for our butt to fit in it. We did bury each other also, but our butt went in the hole and touched the bottom, and we used sand from the beach to bury each other. It was only enough to not see our legs, arms, stomach, and chest.
"Life is all about love; its about kisses, hugs, and songs". Rest in peace angel baby 🕊💗
Oh, my heart!! 🥺
That picture in the end: She's in heaven with Jesus!
Rip: Sloan. For that you impacted the world with your kindness, love and limitless joy.
The whole video was very touching. This part, from their daughter hit me hard. At 7 years old and she's speaking about love, hugs and kisses. Tells you she was being raised by great parents. I wish some adults would learn how to be humble.
You said it Sloan! 🙏🏻🪦☮️
Her words should be added to that incredibly powerful photo of the light ray 💞
Broke out in tears the moment the father smiled when he was asked how they want Sloane to be remembered. I can't imagine losing a family member much more a young daughter. Praying for healing for the family and all those affected.
"Life is about love, kisses and huggins and music." Out of the mouth of babes. Condolences to the family.
3:50 “life is about love, and it’s about huggings and chances, and songs”, what a sweet little girl, omg
*“Kisses”,* not chances.
But yes, quite the sweetheart.
Loved that pic of the beam of light from the sky.
Sloan is definitely w/our Savior, Jesus now, & forevermore.
May her devastated family realize that fact & find Jesus comfort & Peace that surpasses all our understanding, to carry them through. ♥✝🕊
@@sonneversets3530 Yes she is JESUS ALSO SAID ''LOVE ALWAYS PROTECTS''.
🙏🏻🫶🏼🥺
beautiful little angel
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I was buried alive at age 5. I am writing about this experience hoping the parents, or someone who knows them, will pass this on to them. I was buried (by a bulldozer) in a freshly dug sewer trench (think a dirt grave about 4 1/2 feet deep). My 6 year old brother and I had been jumping in and out of the trenches and the bulldozer operator saw him but not me. He was tall enough to get out on his own but I had to take two steps forward and grab his hand but I was frozen in panic. I am telling this because the parents probably worry about what their beloved daughter went through in those final moments and I know, because I lived it. As the load of dirt covered me it was dark and I was terrified and suffocating. But that part didn't seem to last long. Suddenly I was out of that trench and curled up safely in fetal position in a reddish black dimly lit area (I always think of return to the womb because I don't know how else to describe it). But 3 things stand out as if it happened yesterday. I was fully conscious but I didn't need to breathe. To this day (I'm about to turn 68) I sometimes resent having to breathe. It seems so unnecessary and such an effort! And I felt like I was surrounded as far as consciousness could reach by what I can only describe as the deepest, most unconditional love. And thirdly, I felt SAFER than I have ever felt in this life, either before or after that incident. I grew up on the Canadian Prairies so it's not like I've led a dangerous life, but that feeling of safety, that literally nothing could ever harm me, remains tangible. And this is what I want to share with Sloan's parent. She may have had that short moment of panic/suffocation like me, but very quickly her Soul would have left her body. As I type this all those years later, I get very emotional remembering that bliss of being free. While I was destined to stay on Earth (despite being buried 20 minutes or more) Sloan was destined to journey with the Angels. I actually suspect that she didn't even go through that ever-so-brief moment of fear. She was just whisked away to where she's safe and loved and some day all her loved ones on Earth will join her. I never worry about loved ones who cross over, my concern is with those of us left behind. My beloved husband/best friend crossed over some years ago so I have an understanding of the depth of loss and heartbreak her parents are experiencing, but I thought (hoped) sharing my experience might help them understand that from Sloan's perspective, it wasn't bad like they might imagine. I carry no trauma residue of the event with me. I remember it as the only time in my life I've experienced absolute bliss.
My deepest condolences to Sloan's family. 🙏🏻
By the miracle of God u were saved. Wasn’t your time yet. Glad u survived
Amazing story
That is so beautiful and I think you should write this in a letter to the parents. There are many similar accounts.
It’s helps all of us to hear this, too, because so many are ill and scared and tired and for me, Jesus will be there, too. People fear the unknown.
There is a good book too, called Touched By the Light. Thank you.
Ironically dirt is different than sand. I'm so glad you made it.
That was so kind of you to write about this to try to help Sloan’s parents release any fear and horror about her last moments. I am sure it will help them if they do see it. ❤
Thank you for talking about this and I’m so so sorry about your loss. This is such a devastating tragedy.
I am so sorry for you loss. Thank you for bringing awareness
Y'all have no idea how much strength it took to get up and talk about this. Prayers for peace.
I thought the same!
You're right. I can't even imagine.
Give me a billion dollars and maybe ill care.
@@SAINTxSZN I wouldn't give you a dime friend. I don't care if you care or not. When you suffer your karma you'll get it.
@@meshelleharris222 don't waste your thoughts on that person Saint something.. you can tell what side of the Universe "it" plays on !!
My boyfriend lost his teen son in a drowning accident on the beach. A hide tide came out of nowhere and knocked him off the rocks/hill area and fell and hit his head on the rocks below and drowned. I can still hear my boyfriend’s cries and screams the day we found out. I know the road ahead is such a hard one for this family and my heart truly breaks for them. I’m sending all my love to them. ❤
Your story breaks my heart. I wish you guys the best and healing.
Humans do not belong in the water.
They let them dig a 6 ft hole
It was already there. @kaioiamo1503
i lost my wife and daughter in a drunk driving accident, the other driver was drunk, not my wife. its been 20 years, i still havent recovered, and i never will. Just know that- sometimes out of nowhere, you will see your boyfriend, be sad all of a sudden, some things will trigger him-its completely normal.
OMG...I am so sorry, it's devastating for strangers... I just cannot believe how these precious parents are feeling! God Bless your Hearts and bring comfort.
So sorry for the loss of their beloved lovely daughter. Cannot help holding my tears when the mother told viewers of the incident...It was really so tough for the parents to go thru the tragedy. Hope they stay strong and blessed.
It's heart warming to see real people not pointing fingers to find someone to blame.
Right?! Why do the worst things seem to always happen to the best people? You can tell they raised their children with integrity and love, and taught them to be kind, good souls in a world full of dishonest, selfish, materialism. That beautiful little girl should have grown up to be a wonderful woman, mother, etc... Such a waste. I can't even begin to imagine the pain and trauma of losing a child this way. They probably planned and looked forward to this trip, only to be blindsided like that . May her soul live on in the light and continue to show her family she is still living on, beyond the physical world.
There’s plenty of that going on in some of these comments. It’s disgusting.
Blame 🤔 , ?? Who ? What ? .. the sand 🤔
@@samanthasorg7980There's a middle ground between extreme negligence and it being 100% not the parents' fault. It *is* negligent--to some degree--to allow a little kid to dig in a sand hole so deep that it's twice her height. Sand collapses suddenly; that's just what sand does. Only if the parents had never been to the beach or played in a sandbox in their entire lives could they maybe be held completely blameless here.
They made a mistake and they deserve sympathy but this was a REALLY bad mistake to make. It was not some sort of "freak accident" like some people are claiming. This is what sand *always* ends up doing if you keep on digging and digging.
It’s the parents fault. It’s called adult supervision something they lacked. I don’t even have kids but that’s just common sense, and they should have been watching their kids more better
I had no idea this could happen my kids constantly dig holes in the sand I thought the water was the danger, they really could have just saved my 11 and 7 year old daughters😢. I will NEVER let them dig at the beach again. Rest is sweet peace beautiful Sloan, thank you❤
My kids are older now but we use to dig like that…no idea. SO, sad. Omg.
Yeah, every few years or so, a child gets killed this way and then people forget. Even if a lifeguard had been there, Sloan would have died, because of how fast sand buries you.
This was a 6 foot hole. Those kids had help digging it. People just need to use common sense!
@@cynthiaosborne6039 This is so true. Digging in the sand a bit is fine, having an adult dig a six foot hole, and let the kids get in it is completely wrong. Sand will always cave in. Dirt will cave in. Rock will cave in.
Yeah, I guess common sense told me as a kid not to dig a hole 3ft deep, let alone a 6ft deep hole like these parents. Geez. Guess that’s why there’s a million Warning labels on everything. Now we need one for the beach. Smh.
I send prayers to this family. I’m a parent. This totally made me cry, I never even thought about this as a danger. Thank you for educating. May this little Angel, rest in peace.
Beyond heartbreaking. God bless that sweet angel and her poor family. 😔💔
I can't think of anything more devastating for parents. RIP little one
🙏🏻 🕯 🙏🏻 🕯
It is absolutely the worst kind of pain. Having been there many years ago, my heart breaks for this family. But the photo at the end, my goodness, that was spectacular ❤
Stop saying RIP as if that makes anything better. She doesnt exist anymore. You have to exist to rest or be at peace.
@@donkey3187 people can say what they want, don't like it? Move on.
@@sarahmelissa4253 💯🎯💯🎯The audacity and ignorance of some individuals is astounding.
Never heard of sand holes, thank you for sharing this. Praying for Sloan’s family.
It was the children who dug a hole so deep that the walls of it collapsed in on them while they were inside the hole. The mother sadly feels responsible for not having foreseen that hindsight-logical outcome, and that's why she apologizes to the other beach goers who witnessed the tragedy. I pray the parents find peace and comfort.
@lorenamarrero thnx for explaining ..I too had no idea what a sand hole was.
I do excavation for work with heavy equipment. If a trench is over 5' deep with vertical walls, it's an illegal trench for the workers. OSHA will give out serious fines for that. However a 20' deep trench can be dug, perfectly safe, if the walls are sloped properly. The trench they were playing must have had vertical walls. Even a 3' deep trench can kill someone if they're lying down or on their knees, especially a kid.
When I worked with Excavation we had to dig through sand for utilities and anytime doing trenches that were above the waist, to chest height for working in potential danger of a sand cave in there legally had to be a trench box put in place for a man to be working in the whole. No exceptions.
@@lorenamarreroso it 8s parents mistake, where are they when their kids was digging that deep already, if you will bring your kids on vacation, especially with this kind of activity, you must keep your eyes on your kids for safety
I shared this with all my family & friends as they all go to the beach every weekend, I'm so sorry for your loss 😢 Thank you for sharing her story, I know it will save lives, God bless you 🙏❤️🙏
i’m
sorry for their loss. sloan is a beautiful sweet girl. thank you for teaching us this
I had no idea this was even possible! My child and I do this all the time and think the deeper the better. We are watching this in horror now and will never do it again! Our hearts are broken for this family. We thank you so much for sharing your story and informing other families.
No deeper than their knees. Kids can die even if the sand only comes to their chest. The weight of the sand constricts the lungs every time they breathe out like being wrapped by a snake.
Its a common problem but there are cases in the news regularly...we had one in the UK, there've been Australian and American cases.
This is nothing new.......digging deep holes in sand has always been a possible death trap.
You @@slydoll7877😅
I did that so much as a child with my dad a hole big enough for me to fit for fun 😢
When the mom apologized to everyone involved who tried to save her... that broke me.
I get all of the cut aways. She is able to make it through one sentence at this point and then the grief comes back. Your daughter was a blessing on Earth. The heavens get to experience her blessing now.
SHE gets to enjoy the blessing of heaven, you got it wrong.
We can only imagine…we will all lose loved ones, all I can say is that a sudden loss is so much harder to deal with let alone comprehend. In this case just trying to understand the who what why and where of what happened will haunt you
@@marilynwillett804Seriously?! 🙄 They lost their daughter. Try to stay focused on what’s important here.
@@johne6562And why should we listen to you? On what authority and standard are you speaking? How do we know you're right if there's no right and wrong in atheism?
So very sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your grief and letting us know the dangers.
I'm am so sorry for your loss of this beautiful little girl. You are amazing to share your story to help others. God bless❤
That poor baby girl and her brother… my heart breaks for them. She lost her life and he lost his best friend. Those parents lost a part of their souls. She was such a beautiful soul. God please cover and protect this family to trust your process and grant them some sense of peace and acceptance.
Irresponsible parents. They should be ashamed.
@@wubbied4575so should yours for creating such a hateful human 👎
You are the one who needs to have some appropriate shame; you have none.@@wubbied4575
It was an accident, dummy
@@wubbied4575ur awful
These parents sitting here and not falling apart is the truly strongest thing I’ve seen in quite awhile❤
usually parents are medicated after a tragic loss like this :*( :*(
They're probably still in shock and trying to process it all.
I would think they're getting some relief from medication. I would need to be.
@doberchic // I know when I was on the news talking about my son, I kept telling myself not to lose it because it wouldn't help and I wanted to get my story out there, but my goodness, once the cameras went away...I was a total mess. It breaks my heart knowing any parent has to go through the horrific pain of losing a child. Nothing compares.
@@Donna-vh5ym❤❤❤❤❤❤
❤🙏🏻🙌🏻 that picture is so wonderful ty to the person who captured it ❤. God Bless this family 🙏🏻
It is amazing ❤
Gave me chills and made me start bawling. She is flying high as an angel ❤
These parents are so strong to be able to sit through this interview with composure. The empathy the mom had for bystanders that day broke my heart. I'm so sorry for their loss. May the little girl rest in eternal peace. ❤
I live on this beach right near the tragedy and it has affected all of us very deeply. Most of us are retired and have grandchildren. We have set up a Go fund me for thos family and are discussing having life guards now. We hold Sloan in our hearts forever .
Very sweet of your guys community. May you all find peace and Sloan rest in it
And as someone else that lives near the beach, I have never seen young kids their age able to dig that deep. Six feet? They couldnt even get the sand out of the hole. Neither one of them were tall enough.
Here in Australia, we don't have people living on the beaches. We do have camping/caravan parks right next to beaches. But, still, not "on" the beach per say. I have not been to the States, but would move there just to be living on a beach.
@@veronicadavila569what do you mean by that ?? I am a little confused on this story. So were the kids just digging and the ground pretty much collapsed like quicksand ?? Or did the kids dig way too deep and the sand go over top of them ??
@kstizz2686 the hole was over 6 ft deep. The kids were like 4 ft tall. How did they continue to dig 2 more ft deep and get sand out. Yes the hole started to cave in because the top was not opened wide enough. They grabbed the boy out because he was taller. The little girl was shorter, they couldnt hold on as the sand collapsed.
My parents never allowed us to dig in the sand or bury each other for this very reason. And when I had my own kids I never let them do it either.
yes.
Same. My mother was very particular on this issue.
I never knew
Same, I also wasn’t allowed to and I don’t allow my kids to either. I thought it was common knowledge.
@@HeatherwithanHI’ve lived half a mile from a popular Florida beach for 35 years and I’ve never heard of this being a danger. Sinkholes, yes. Sandholes, never. So definitely not common knowledge. 😔
I’m so sorry for their loss. I’m glad they shared their story because I didn’t even know about the dangers of the sand. This is so heartbreaking.
2am.... Im uncontrollably crying.. im so sorry for your profound pain and loss. RIP angel Sloan ❤❤❤
I'm literally a 32 year old man crying after work watching this! I can't imagine the pain of these parents and her brother! That poor poor baby girl. I literally have a 9 year old son and 7 year old daughter myself. My daughter has the same personality and is ironically a huge swifty herself... this hit different for me. I'm so so sorry for your loss. May your baby girl rest in peace and my deepest condolences are sent to you. 🙏 God Bless you all.
As a 32 year old man please tune into Al Jazeera & TRT TV
Swift is demonic
I cried too! It hit different for me as well! I have a 9 year old son, soon to be 10 and a daughter that just turned 8 last month and my daughter too has the same personality & is a Swifty! Rest in Heaven sweet girl! Prayers for the family & give them strength during this time 🙏🏽
❤ God bless you and your beautiful family
Que fue lo que pasó, alguien me puede ayudar 😢
I can't even begin to imagine the quiet and stillness in their home without Sloan. Her heart and energy remind me of my own bright and energetic 6yo girl who has a huge heart and loves to sing and dance from the moment she wakes
❤The strongest massage to all Parents around the world 🌍🌎🌍 Is Looking after your Little Angeles Kids Lord Jesus Christ Allah ABA Father Did Give you with many Great Love Hug's Mother Father's Because For now Is Tears And Prayers To Late ❤??? My deepest sympathy condolences to The Parents And Family May her Little Soul rest in peace ❤
She was so pretty❤🎉😊
This 💔💔💔. I have a 7yo and 3yo girls and they are constant light and joy in the house. The quiet must be DEVASTATING 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
What happened to you people..
You people can feel the pain of the death of this beautiful and innocent prices and angel.
But why you people can't see and feel the pain of the innocent children killed in Philistine.
@@lawariskarachi148Who is "you people?" And who said no one cares about those kids? Any children dying is tragic. No one here mentioned that situation though. Why are you bringing it up and calling random strangers out whose hearts you do not know? Also I assume you meant Palestine.*
Prayers and Blessings to this Family 🙏 Such compassion during this tragedy.
I'm so sorry for your loss. This is so terribly heartbreaking for both of you. The parents and brother are in my thoughts and prayers.
The parents seem like really lovely, gentle, and kind people. Lots of love to them.
Its sad they lacked common sense!
The parents are morons
@@leevan2332Stfu smh. A lot of ppl didn’t even kno that a hole in the ground on a beach can do that. U shud be ashamed of urself for sayin that to this poor couple who lost a daughter to a horrible accident. Karma remembers all & it’s a real bitch when she comes to collect 💯💯💯
@leevan2332 wow, aren't you nice. You need Jesus.
Yes they do. They seem like great people unlike the one who posted above me.
Love her beautiful little quote, "Life is all about love....and it's about kisses and huggin's and songs". What a precious little girl she was! May the light from her soul continue to shine down upon all those whose lives she touched. Rest Peacefully Among the Stars, sweet Sloan.
I'm so sorry for your loss! What a heartbreaking tragedy!
This is heartbreaking 💔
May she rest on.
Condolences to the family.
“ You don’t need to be sorry mom “
WE are sorry 😢💔🤦🏾♀️🙏🏾🙏🏾
This.❤️🩹
😢😢😢😢💔poor dearheart.
💔😭
They still look young and can have snother bsby to replace the child they lost if that make things better.❤️ Or maybe they could adopt a little girl to fill this void.🩷 There are other options to replace or get around this incident.
@@Maui_Gyrl_you must have no children because you can't replace your child just by having another one it doesn't work that way
From one parent who has lost a child to another, praying for these parents to find peace, purpose and to honor their precious girl in all they do 😔 ❤
My condolences to you also ma’am❤
@@user-cl5co8kl1z thank you 🙏🏻
I’m very sorry for your loss of your child. I pray God comforts you! ❤💔
I’m so sorry sending you Love and prayers ❤
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This is so heartbreaking. No option but to cry when they show that sweet little girl alive and well on video. My heart goes out to them 💔
Thank you for coming here,RIP baby girl
What a sweet little girl. RIP baby. My heart is with her parents.
So very sad. Large snow banks are also a danger when tunnels are built into them.
Yes very
and snowplows. I am 40 now but when I was in grade 1 and little girl named Samantha was playing in the snowbank and a city plow came by with the big angle plow on the side that pushes the snowbanks back and killed her.
We always built tunnels and our parents never worried!
Snow is much safer to tunnel into, snow melts and refreezes and becomes like concrete, sand is always unstable and liquid.
@@MNP208 never seen a snow tunnel collapse and have been making and sleeping in them since I was in boy scouts in grade school. I’ve made snow caves that I’ve used as backcountry lodges at my powder stashes for entire winters. Just build high arches , heat up the inside for a while with just body heat, let it refreeze and its bombproof.
My heart goes out to this family. Thank you for helping us spread awareness and my sincere prayers are with your family as you navigate each day
What a thoughtful and lovely couple, and a radiant little girl. I am so sorry for their loss. Just colossal.
I have never heard of sink holes in the sand. This story really brings awareness to others. So sorry for your tragic loss.
It’s not a sink hole. They dug a hole and in caved in on them.
@@kimjones2056 It's not "and in caved in on them" Maybe you shouldn't be calling people out for not using the correct words.
No sink hole. Sand shifts. It was like digging a five foot hole in flour. Totally unstable material.
@@swifty_bishUm, she most certainly should call out words that aren't correct. This was certainly not a sink hole. It was a hole the children dug for hours and then collapsed.
They aren't sink holes, and that term is misleading. The ground doesn't just collapse underneath people on the beach. Rather, when these holes are dug deeply, imagine that the sand will eventually become too heavy to hold up, and it's an avalanche of sand. The hole fills in so quickly as the sides collapse and people are buried in sand instead of snow. The sand is too dense for any trapped person to find air, and they quickly succumb.
No one should have to go through that loss, but I keep thinking "6 foot deep hole" and wondering how it even got to that point.
The hole was already there when they arrived. The kids saw it and jumped in without understanding what could happen.
@@American_West Parents need to watch their children more closely. ❤❤
Not true. @@American_West
Around 1:03 “were digging in the sand….” @@American_West
The kids dug the hole yes but the hole was only 3 feet deep the internet created a lot of fake propaganda
I am tearing watching this video .....
RIP little sweet angel. I know it took her parents a long time to heal this loss. Poor parents & big brother 😢
💔 So heartbroken for this family-and what a kind family. You can tell they are trying to handle this in the best way they can without resorting to anger, blame, etc.
I have never heard of dangerous sand holes. This tragedy will be informative for so many parents. My heartaches for this family. I can’t imagine their pain. RIP Sloan 👼
Oprah had guests on her show years ago talking about unexpected dangers. This was one of them and I never forgot it.
There have been so many cases of this happening. I thought it was common knowledge.
@@pamelasmith6221 the majority of people sadly don’t have common sense…
Me niether, I've never heard of it and been on tons of beaches. They never warn of this on beaches on signs anywhere, you don't learn it at school. This is crazy!
We're they just digging in the sand, like so many people do at the beach? Or was it a hole Sloan just fell into? I am kinda confused.
Tragic and so very sad😢
People who go through tragedy like this and are strong enough to share to hopefully help someone else… that is huge.
Poor baby girl, and I send my condolences. May your hearts find peace in this tragedy. Thank you for educating all in this hard memory. Bless your little angel and your hearts.
My heart goes out to them and their son. I wouldn't have been able to compose myself as they did, and that picture shared at the end broke me. My hugs are sent to the Mattingly's
As a parent, you just know that tragedy happens every day and one can only be grateful for the moment we’re in. Sending so much blessing to this family.
My condolences to this family. Prayers for all .🙏🏽
Such a sweet baby! "Life is all about love" her little voice is so cute! 😢❤
Maybr they could have another one...They still look young and can have snother bsby to replace the child they lost if that make things better.❤️ Or maybe they could adopt a little girl to fill this void.🩷 There are other options to replace or get around this incident.
Actually... she was 7 years old.
@@Maui_Gyrl_there’s absolutely no “replacing” a child or lost loved one
My heart is absolutely broken for this family. What a beautiful little girl. There are not enough ways to tell them that I am so sorry this happened to their little girl and the rest of her family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Can't imagine the pain. Things can turn quickly in a second. My heart goes out to this family.
Your daughter showed us your family values. It's all about love.... That's the strongest value. My hopes and prayers are that this value will carry you through your grief. Thank you to all the people who tried to help. Your actions showed Kindness and care. ❤
If family values means lack of safety for their kids, then sure. The kid passed because the parents didn't teach them to not stand in a narrow hole that's taller than them, and not to venture far out into the water(she said that she thinks the beach is safe, but clearly not because there is a drowning hazard, and a suffocation hazard if you dig holes).
@@kknn523stfu! As if accidents never happen. It’s not the parents fault! you idiot.
@@maliyahrain They dug a 6 foot hole, while standing in it. That's terrible parenting. It's as stupid as charging and using a phone while you are in the bath. The parent also thought that swimming in an open body of water is not a drowning hazard. That's what happens when there are no adults to provide oversight. Parents are at fault. Shame.
@@kknn523 You’re full of crap. It was 3’ & she never stated anything of the sort.
Stop fantasizing & spewing your anger issues on others who are suffering.
The world has too many w/your sad mentality. And it sure shows. SMH
@@kknn523 Wrong.
Check the facts. And your anger issues. SMH
Prayers for this Family, She looked and sounded like an Angel. Life is about Love, Hugs & Kisses!
& Jesus is the greatest LOVE of all. We all need to be saved & serving GOD
@@billybob-ro6qfAMEN!!!
a 6 year old thinks its about hugs and kisses she dint think its also about danger that was why she needed PROTECTION.
@@marilynwillett804 we all have an appointed time to die. Simply her time. She is with God now. Forever LOVED & protected safe in His arms. Praise JESUS!
You clout chasing prayers do nothing for anyone, just keep your mouth shut
So sorry for your loss. Sooper sad. She's a beautiful girl w a beautiful family.
OMG, this is heart breaking! 😢 I'm so sorry for your loss! Beautiful little angel!
I have a 7yo daughter and am so thankful to hear about this risk before our upcoming trip to the beach. My heart broke for the pain this family is going through. And to speak out to inform others, knowing that there will be those who rush to judge or ridicule, is so incredibly brave and giving. Thank you for warning us. I’m so so sorry for this absolute tragedy and your loss of an amazing child 😔
They still look young and can have snother bsby to replace the child they lost if that make things better.❤️ Or maybe they could adopt a little girl to fill this void.🩷 There are other options to replace or get around this incident.
@@Maui_Gyrl_lives are irreplaceable, let alone your children’s life. That is not a respectful and empathetic comment to do.
Guess you're not going to get on a highway with your 7 year old ever either, right? Since the chances are about 140 times more likely to die in a traffic accident than in a digging accident? You're poor daughter.
@@Maui_Gyrl_ Getting a “new” replacement is not how people heal from the loss of a child, I’m genuinely dumbfounded over the sheer insensitivity of that suggestion and just how casually you dehumanised the victim by making out the reproductive capabilities of the parents offsets the severity of the tragedy. A young child dies a horrible death and your words of comfort amount to “don’t worry, you can get a new one”.
@@Maui_Gyrl_ Wow. How insensitive. Another child cannot "replace" the one you lost. Our hearts do not work that way.
My heart cries for these parents. So sorry for your loss, it's truly heartbreaking. May God ease your pain.
My heart breaks for this family. As a father I am in tears for them. Rest in peace sweet child. May God give them comfort ❤
This is an extremely important message. My prayers go out to the family and I thank you for having the strength to share your story 🙏❤️🩹
I’m bawling watching this. These poor parents & son. This is unimaginable
I am so heartbroken for this family, she seemed like a beautiful young lady and I can tell that she was raised under a roof of love and kindness. My condolences to the family.
How did this happen?
My heart breaks for them. Sending prayers of comfort. I'm so sorry 🙏💔
I'm so very sorry for the loss of your precious daughter. I'm thinking of your family and praying for you 🙏 ❤️
That’s such a shame. I appreciate you making sure other parents are warned.
My heart goes out to this family. I remember digging holes at the beach with my sisters when I was a kid. My mom warned us about someone falling in and twisting an ankle, but none of us would have ever thought something like this could have happened. May your light continue to shine bright, Sloan!
Sooo...from childhood to adult..you're still dummy
I grew up in a beach town, this is not uncommon. I remember multiple incidents in just my home town.
@@joymiller2492 I have been to the beach many times and have friend that lives close to beach town and I never heard of this happening or so much of common like you say. I never personally heard someone completely buried under the sand. But if course it can happen just like it can happen with dirt too also if you dig hole deep enough
@@ravenc4912 My parents are from an island. My mother always warned us that this could happen. It is fairly common but I suppose “fairly common” is a subjective term. When I say it I mean older folks know of the dangers because they’ve had experience of this type of thing. I was shocked how many people on the comments did not know about it until this case. I guess that means they do need to put signage up as not everyone has an old relative who lived by the beach to tell them of the dangers.
cute your what your mom said twist an anke
I couldn’t even begin to imagine! My heart breaks for this family! Sending so much love !!
My heart is so heavy I’m sorry for your loss. This is a devastating loss I’m praying for your family
Live how he says, "Strangers, if you see something dangerous, take the courage and say something."
Also, the beam of light on the area where she was, ...so good and comforting.
The reality of today is if you say something to someone it is seen as an attack and people lash out at you for it.
Yes, if the diggers argue with you, you certainly have a real horror story to share to back up your warning!
These are strong parents. I’m so sorry for their loss. It’s not their fault. It’s not their fault. It’s. Not. Their. Fault.
❣❣❣❣❣❣
Yes IT IS THEIR FAULT
I am so sorry for your loss, your daughter was precious, sending prayers and love to both of you and your son…😢
I am so sadden with your loss of your daughter. May God Bless you and give you peace. 😢
Beaches can be very dangerous for families. Sun burns, dehydration, burns from the hot sand, being pulled out to sea, getting lost,drowning, jellyfish, sharks, sharp rocks, human predators, slippery surfaces and collapsing shores. Be prepared and teach your children about beach safety. Prayers for this family and praise for their endeavor to save others from this devastating tragedy. 🙏💕🙏💕
So true. I was just telling a family that going to an ocean front beach with small children is the opposite of a relaxing experience. It’s fun but you have to be so vigilant. This was an unfortunate tragedy - a freak accident almost
We spent our summers at the Black Sea, till I was 12. The beach we went to wasn't a popular tourist area, and most days we had it quite to ourselves. Those are the most cherished memories of my carefree childhood and mother land.
Thank God, Sun, Mother Nature, both fauna and flora for keeping us safe from any harm.
yeah gone to the beach with son an his 4 kids 3-9 an we do one on one with each kid@@2021noname
This is a tragic FREAK ACCIDENT but let us not lose our heads. About THREE to FIVE children die each year, across the ENTIRE united states, from digging accidents...and that includes parks, backyards and ANYWHERE, not just the beach. Compare this to the HUNDREDS of kids who die in traffic accidents each year. WAKE UP to the fear mongering and do NOT let them make you afraid of normal play in nature!!!!
@@marciloni12Can you believe how many people are so easily stirred up by fear mongering. SMH PATHETIC
Thank you GMA for including the animation at 2:55 that explains so clearly how to prevent this.
Sincere condolences to the family.
I’m so sad for you. This is truly something you would never think about happening. Thank you for sharing your story. I will be praying for healing and peace for you. I lost my daughter too in a different situation, so I know the devastation you are suffering. May God Bless your family.
This hurt my heart. I must admit, I was oblivious to the dangers of sand until I heard of this tragedy! God bless this sweet family! 🥺💕
God could have stepped in before right??
I am sincerely having a hard time agreeing with dangers of the sand because millions if not billions of people have been and are as we speak on the sand of beaches all over the world and this happened once in Ft. Lauderdale.
I was never allowed to dig deeper than my knees as a kid. I thought it was so beyond ridiculous, but now that im older, I understand. I'm so devastated for this family. I hope the parents remember that her last day was filled with smiles and laughs with sunshine kissing her skin.
I can only hope that this family educates more people to be more aware and diligent and more responsible so this doesn’t happen to any other child.
Do you know how this happened?
My heart goes out to the family. It's heartbreaking. I really appreciate the photo someone took the day after... the beam of light is definitely Sloane. 💕
So sorry for your loss. I could even imagine your pain and suffering. May God heal every place in your hearts that are broken.
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful child and I'm sure she has touched a lot of hearts.