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local-news2 years ago

"122 Anglers Rescued from Ice Floe on Minnesota's Upper Red Lake Amid Vehicle Restrictions"

Beltrami County has imposed restrictions on motorized vehicle access to Upper Red Lake after a fourth ice rescue this month, with 122 people recently rescued from an ice floe. The restriction, which includes snowmobiles and ATVs, aims to prevent further incidents of fishermen becoming stranded or breaking through the ice. Local resort owners are monitoring conditions and advising customers, while the DNR emphasizes the changing nature of ice safety and the importance of wearing personal flotation devices.

via MPR News|
##beltramicounty#icerescue
emergency-and-rescue2 years ago

"Over 100 Anglers Rescued from Ice Floes in Minnesota Amid Rising Safety Concerns"

Over 100 anglers were rescued from an ice floe that broke away from the shoreline on Upper Red Lake in Minnesota. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office coordinated the rescue after an emergency call reported the anglers stranded with a significant gap of water between them and the shore. Although some individuals fell into the water while attempting to reach safety via canoe, no injuries were reported after the 2 1/2-hour rescue operation. The incident occurred amidst warnings from state officials about unusually thin ice this winter, following a recent fatal accident on Lake of the Woods involving a vehicle breaking through the ice.

via KELOLAND.com|
##anglersstranded#emergency-and-rescue
us-news2 years ago

"122 Anglers Safely Rescued from Detached Minnesota Ice Floe"

A group of 122 fishermen were rescued from an ice floe on Upper Red Lake in Minnesota after it detached from the main ice, leaving them stranded. The rescue operation was swift, with local emergency responders efficiently evacuating everyone by 7:30 p.m. without any injuries, although four individuals briefly fell into the water. The incident occurred despite recent warnings from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources about thin ice due to unseasonably warm weather. The DNR continues to urge caution for ice fishermen, emphasizing the need for vigilance in checking ice thickness and having a safety plan.

via CBS News|
##icefishing#icesafety