The wild temperature swings this January have lead to repeat freeze-thaw cycles, which weaken ice by creating uneven thickness, cracks, and pockets of water. Ice can be 10 inches thick in one spot, ...

Winter activities on ice can be risky, as no ice is completely safe. The Iowa DNR recommends a minimum of four inches of clear ice for ice fishing, and at least five to seven inches for snowmobiles ...

LAKE MICHIGAN, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Charlevoix U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is urging residents to exercise caution after five drownings have been reported this winter from individuals falling ...

Wisconsin's Department of Natural Resources warns that no ice is ever completely safe, especially early in the season. Ice thickness guidelines suggest at least 4 inches for walking and 5 to 7 inches ...

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office urges caution for those planning activities on frozen lakes, ponds and rivers. Fluctuating temperatures and underwater currents can make ice conditions unpredictable ...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Watch out…more winter storms are on the way! It’s no secret that ice and snow increase the risk of injuries like slips and falls. But as Consumer Reports says, you can ...

A stretch of frigid temperatures has many Massachusetts ponds and lakes primed for winter fun. But cold weather alone doesn’t guarantee safe conditions for pond hockey, ice fishing, and other ...

MERRILL, Wis. (WSAW) - Near record-breaking temperatures have caused significant snow melt in recent days and are affecting ice conditions on lakes and rivers in northcentral Wisconsin. The Merrill ...