Lima Firefighters practice ice rescue techniques on Schoonover Lake
Every second counts when someone falls through the ice, as hypothermia can set in quickly and turn deadly.
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According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, there is no such thing as 100-percent safe ice. Officials recommend wearing a life vest underneath winter clothing when venturing onto frozen waterways. They also advise going out in pairs and informing someone of your planned location and return time.
