12-year-old taken to Children's Wisconsin following near-drowning at Atwater Beach

SHOREWOOD, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Officials say a 12-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after a near-drowning at Atwater Beach Tuesday, Aug. 22. 

North Shore Fire/Rescue and Shorewood police responded to the scene at 6:45 p.m. after the child's family members reported losing sight of her in the water for about three minutes. 

Officials say family members were able to rescue the child from the water and begin CPR before first responders arrived.

Paramedics treated the child on scene before taking her to Children's Wisconsin.

Authorities say the child was conscious and breathing upon arrival. 

This is a developing story. Stick with CBS 58 for updates on-air and online.

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