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After a child drowns at a Wisconsin aqua park, a reminder for moms and dads to know what their kids are up to
By Ryan Pattee at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 3, 2026
· 3 min read
Off a sleepy rural road, you can see and hear kids in the water at Campfire Cove Aqua Park in Balsam Lake.
“We still, you know, a little person was lost,” says Kerrie Mosay quietly. “We don’t know a little boy or little girl, even.”
Mosay says she’s previously brought her kids to the park, ...
Key takeaway ” Mosay says she’s previously brought her kids to the park, including for her 12-year-old daughter’s birthday.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The drowning of a 9-year-old at a Wisconsin aqua park serves as a stark reminder for Minneapolis parents to be vigilant about their children's activities, especially during the upcoming summer months. As families in the Twin Cities area plan their vacations and outings, they should be aware of the safety protocols in place at water parks and swimming facilities. The fact that the aqua park in question has no lifeguard on duty and requires parents to sign a liability waiver raises questions about the balance of responsibility between parents and facility owners. In Minneapolis, parents can take steps to ensure their children's safety by choosing facilities with robust safety measures and being present and attentive during water activities. As the community mourns the loss of the 9-year-old, it is a timely reminder for parents to prioritize their children's safety and well-being, and to be mindful of the potential risks associated with water activities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Off a sleepy rural road, you can see and hear kids in the water at Campfire Cove Aqua Park in Balsam Lake.
“We still, you know, a little person was lost,” says Kerrie Mosay quietly. “We don’t know a little boy or little girl, even.”
Mosay says she’s previously brought her kids to the park, ...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 3, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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