USACE Baldhill Dam Resource Manager Scott Tichy

VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Rivers and lakes are never safe even in the winter due to flowing water beneath the ice according to the ND Game & Fish Department and the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE.)

Baldhill dam resource manager Scott Tichy said rescue crews responded to a call for service on Wednesday, January 18th, fortunately, no one had to be rescued in this case.

Tichy said no matter how thick the ice is in one area; it could change a few yards away due to pressure ridges.

Meanwhile, Valley City Fire Chief Scott Magnuson encourages everyone to be watchful of others on rivers or lake ice. He said no family should have to deal with the tragic consequences of the recovery of their loved one.