Therefore, ice rescue suits should be avoided (if other options are available) whenever rescuers are faced with cold-water rescues in moving water or when the situation dictates a go rescue.

In a step toward enhancing safety and readiness, 55 firefighters in Clark County have been undergoing intensive ice rescue training.

If those methods do not work, or are not feasible, rescuers can go into the water on an inflatable ... charge of the Canton Fire Department's water rescue team. Other specialized operations ...