Ice Safety

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Ice Safety
Working and playing near bodies of water can be especially hazardous during winter months.  Drowning or hypothermia after falling through ice can pose a serious risk.  Click here for more information on ice safety.
 
Basic Ice Safety Practices 
  • Never go out alone, and never attempt an ice rescue alone.
  • Stay away from cracks, seams, pressure ridges, slushy areas and darker areas. This signifies thinner ice.
  • Listen for loud cracks or booms coming from the ice.
  • When snowmobiling, wear a life jacket or personal flotation device (PFD) over your winter clothing.
  • When in an enclosed vehicle, do not wear a life jacket when traveling across ice, as it can hamper escape.