​Eagan Firefighters Rescue Two Dogs That Fell Through The Ice

Two dogs are safe and warm Thursday thanks to the quick work of Eagan firefighters. Crews rescued two dogs that went through the ice Thursday morning and were starting to go under water.

The incident occurred on Eagan's East Thomas Lake. Both dogs are safe and back with their owners, according to authorities.

Remember that the ice on Eagan's ponds and lakes is not safe to walk on yet.

Before heading out on ice, follow these tips from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources:

1. Contact a local bait shop or lakeside resort to ask about ice conditions.
2. Check ice thickness once you get there. Temperature, snow cover, currents, springs and rough fish all affect the relative safety of ice. Ice is seldom the same thickness over a single body of water; it can be two feet thick in one place and one inch thick a few yards away. Check the ice at least every 150 feet.

Cars, pickups or SUVs should be parked at least 50 feet apart and moved every two hours to prevent sinking. Make a hole next to the car. If water starts to overflow the top of the hole - the ice is sinking and it’s time to move the vehicle.

Images via City of Eagan