CONCORD, MA — January 16th — Two dogs slid through thin ice into freezing water near Lowell Road, prompting the Concord, Massachusetts Fire Department (209 Walden Street, Concord, MA, United States, 01742) to respond.

While Group 3 members provided assistance from the beach, firefighters McChesney and Heil used cold-weather rescue techniques to enter the water.

The animals were safely returned to land after being secured by the crews. There were no reported injuries. Temperature variations and flowing water can cause ice conditions to alter rapidly. Fire officials emphasize that there is no ice that is totally safe. The public is cautioned not to try to pull a person or pet out of the ice. Getting on shaky ice can make things more dangerous. To ensure that qualified personnel with the right tools can safely help, dial 9-1-1 instead.