Officials at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department are reminding those getting outdoors this winter to stay safe on the ice.
"This year, we've already seen wide-ranging temperatures, deep snow and high winds that can shift ice on waterbodies," said Major Tim Acerno of Fish and Game Law Enforcement. "Outdoor enthusiasts should always test the ice before venturing out onto ice-covered waters."
Assess ice safety by using an ice chisel or axe to chop a hole in the ice to determine its thickness and condition. Continue to do this as you get further out on to the ice, because the thickness of the ice will not be uniform all over the waterbody.
http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Newsroom/News_2008/News_2008_Q4/Ice_safety_08.html
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