Two ice fishermen rescued after stranding in Lake Erie
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Two ice fishermen were rescued after a patch of ice broke off on Lake Erie Sunday night and floated a mile offshore, the Erie County Sheriff’s Office said.
The U.S. Coast Guard requested assistance with search and rescue operations around 6:30 p.m. Sunday after reports that a fisherman was unable to return to shore. The pair were discovered using infrared technology and one of them was rescued by a dinghy rescue vessel.
Air 1 assisted in the rescue of a second ice fisherman who was treated by fire officials at Sturgeon Point Marina.
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The Erie County Sheriff’s Office posted video of the rescue on social media.
“This search and rescue operation highlights the importance of year-round training and teamwork,” said Erie County Sheriff John Garcia. “Thanks to the recent purchase of two new helicopters, our aviation unit will remain ready for decades to come.”
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