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.
Authorities say the man appeared to have been ice fishing when he broke through the ice and entered the water. He was pronounced dead at the scene after crews recovered him from the reservoir.
First responders are reminding the public to take extra precautions before venturing onto frozen rivers, lakes and ponds.
As another round of frigid air moves into the region, fire officials are urging residents to take extra precautions when heating their homes.
Lindsey from the Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District tells us what to bring for a winter hike!
The Auglaize County Emergency Management Agency is in the process of relocating one of its offices from rural Auglaize County to the municipal building in St. Marys.
