On the Beat in Bluffton

Friday, January 4, 2013

Stay safe on the ice this winter

The cold and snow has given Indiana a white — and inviting — winter season so far, but it can also be deceiving. On Thursday, A Huntington man almost died after he fell through the frozen surface of a small pond south of Roush Lake in Huntington County.

Emergency personnel rescued him before he drowned, but the best rescue is prevention, and various hospitals, governmental bodies and other organizations have offered a plethora of tips to enjoy the beautiful weather without the danger. 

• Click here and here to learn more about ice thickness and weight, as well as general safety tips.
• Click here to learn how to help rescue someone who has fallen through the ice. Of course, don't forget to cal 911.
• Click here to learn how to survive falling through the ice.

Learn more in the Friday, Jan. 4, News-Banner.


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