The 9th Coast Guard District has issued a warning that the
unusually warm temperatures have greatly increased the
possibility of weakened ice. With temperatures forecasted to
reach nearly 60 degrees, ice has become thin and unsafe, which
increases the likelihood of people falling through the ice,
according to a release. "Due to these unseasonably warm
temperatures, ice across the Great Lakes is deteriorating
quickly, and conditions are becoming inherently unsafe," said
Frank Jennings Jr., 9th Coast Guard District Recreational
Boating and Water Safety Program manager, in a release. The U.S.
Coast Guard reminds people to think I.C.E. before heading out:
Intelligence — know the weather and ice conditions, know where
you are going, and know how to call for help. Never go out
alone. Clothing — have the proper clothing to prevent
hypothermia. Wear a waterproof exposure suit and a life
preserver. Equipment — have the proper equipment. Carry ice
picks or screwdrivers, in case you fall in. Use these items to
dig into