Leave ice rescues to the professionals: Fire department

While videos of pet and wildlife rescues go viral on social media, they can be dangerous for would-be heroes, the fire department warns.
“We strongly encourage animal lovers to call 911 rather than put themselves in harm’s way,” Ottawa Fire Services said in a release.
“Venturing on ice that is unsafe can lead to very dangerous consequences for the rescuer. OFS also advocates for prevention by reminding pet owners to keep their pets on a leash when walking near waterw