CREDIT: Western Lakes Fire District
DOUSMAN, Wis. - Four people fell through the ice on a small lake in Dousman on Thursday, Feb. 19.
Incident details
What we know:
At about 1:43 p.m., Western Lakes Fire District and the Village of Summit Police Department responded to a report of an ice fisher submerged in the water at Red Pine Circle.
While on the way, rescue crews were informed that two people had fallen through the ice, and neighbors were attempting to rescue them.
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CREDIT: Western Lakes Fire District
Upon further reports, it was determined that four people fell through the ice and needed help.
As units arrived on the scene, it was reported that those in the water had been rescued and were making their way to shore.
Three people were evaluated by paramedics.
Ice conditions
Big picture view:
Western Lakes Fire District points out that over the past week, weather conditions have changed, rendering ice unsafe and unpredictable.
It, along with numerous other agencies, have issued warnings regarding ice conditions and urge the public to exercise caution and stay off the ice.
The Source: Information and pictures in this post come from the Western Lakes Fire District Facebook page.