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Emilie Kiser announces pregnancy after her son's tragic Chandler pool drowning
By Jessica Johnson at FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
Emilie Kiser, an Arizona-based social media influencer, announced she is pregnant with her third child more than a year after her toddler, Trigg, died in a drowning accident.
Why this matters in Barton Creek News
For Barton Creek residents, the announcement of Emilie Kiser's pregnancy serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of pool drownings, a risk that is ever-present in a community surrounded by homes with backyard pools. The tragedy that befell the Kiser family in Chandler, Arizona, could just as easily occur in Travis County, where warm weather and outdoor recreation are a staple of life. As the community welcomes new families and young children, the importance of pool safety and supervision cannot be overstated. Local parents and caregivers would do well to take this opportunity to review and reinforce their own water safety protocols, ensuring that their pools are secure and that children are always within arm's reach when near water. By prioritizing pool safety, Barton Creek can work towards preventing similar tragedies from occurring in its own backyard.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Emilie Kiser, an Arizona-based social media influencer, announced she is pregnant with her third child more than a year after her toddler, Trigg, died in a drowning accident.
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