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St. Paul’s Como Pool reopens after the drowning of a 9-year-old prompted a temporary closure
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Sabrina Salguero Del Cid , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A public swimming pool in St. Paul reopened Wednesday after a temporary closure following after drowning left a girl in critical condition. According to Como Pool, staff responded to a medical emergency on Monday and provided care until emergency responders arrived. The pool closed for the rest o...
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Key takeaway The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office expanded on the medical emergency, stating a 9-year-old had been pulled from the pool after drowning in the water.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The temporary closure of Como Pool in St. Paul following the drowning of a 9-year-old girl has raised concerns about water safety in the Twin Cities. As a community that values its public pools and water recreational facilities, Minneapolis residents may be wondering about the safety protocols in place at their own local pools. The incident at Como Pool serves as a stark reminder that even with proper supervision and training, accidents can still occur. In Minneapolis, the city's park and recreation department has implemented various safety measures, including lifeguard training and swim lesson programs, to minimize the risk of such incidents. The reopening of Como Pool after a thorough review of its safety procedures will likely be closely watched by Minneapolis pool administrators, who may reassess their own emergency response plans to ensure the safest possible environment for pool-goers.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A public swimming pool in St. Paul reopened Wednesday after a temporary closure following after drowning left a girl in critical condition. According to Como Pool, staff responded to a medical emergency on Monday and provided care until emergency responders arrived. The pool closed for the rest o...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 22, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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