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Tragic Ice Incidents: 3 Dead, 2 Rescued Nationwide

2/6/2026

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Last week, two rescues and three deaths highlighted the dangers of walking on thin ice.
Experts say ice must reach at least four inches thick, requiring several days of subfreezing temperatures.
In Colorado Springs, a 13-year-old was rescued from a pond.
An 11-year-old was saved in Holly Springs, North Carolina.
Three boys died in Texas after falling through ice.

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Story summary

Last week, two rescues and three deaths highlighted the dangers of walking on thin ice.
Experts say ice must reach at least four inches thick, requiring several days of subfreezing temperatures.
In Colorado Springs, a 13-year-old was rescued from a pond.
An 11-year-old was saved in Holly Springs, North Carolina.
Three boys died in Texas after falling through ice.