POOL LADDER RECALL WE TOLD YOU ABOUT

Here's the information on the pool ladder recall that Mary Nelson told you about this morning.

Intex Recreation Corp. is recalling nearly half a million above-ground pool ladders because of a fall hazard.

The recall includes "Intex," "Easy Set" and "Sand N Sun" ladders. The ladders' plastic steps can be assembled backward on the support brackets. If this happens, the ladder steps can break and the user can fall.

Intex has received 172 reports of steps breaking during use. There were 127 reports of injuries, including six leg lacerations requiring up to 21 stitches, five reports of bone fractures, two back injuries, two reports of torn ligaments, eight sprained ankles, and other minor injuries.

Consumers should immediately stop using the ladders and contact Intex to obtain information about how to obtain a free replacement ladder.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should call Intex at (800) 549-8829 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit http://www.intexcorp.com