Crime & Safety
Cross-Country Skier Rescued After Falling Through Ice On Mississippi River
He was on the Mississippi River when he fell through the ice. Luckily, someone heard him yelling and called 911.
February 15, 2022
A cross-country skier is very lucky someone heard his screams for help Monday afternoon.
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He was on the Mississippi River when he fell through the ice. Luckily, someone heard him yelling and called 911.
The Inver Grove Heights Fire Department came with special equipment. A firefighter wearing an ice rescue suit went into the river to help pull him out while other firefighters pulled the rescue line.
Find out what's happening in Across Minnesotafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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