11-Year-Old Dies Lake Alexander Carbon Monoxide Exposure

Maisy Livingston, an 11-year-old girl from Merrill, Wisconsin, died after falling off a boat on Lake Alexander due to carbon monoxide poisoning, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities believe Maisy lost consciousness from carbon monoxide exposure, leading to her falling overboard and drowning. An autopsy confirmed carbon monoxide toxicity as a likely contributing factor in her death. Three other individuals on the same boat were also treated for carbon monoxide poisoning and are expected to fully recover. Officials warn that carbon monoxide can accumulate in and around boats moving slowly or idling for extended periods, including open-air boats, making it a little-known but serious boating hazard. The investigation is ongoing, with no foul play or negligence currently suspected.