In a heartwarming rescue operation, firefighters from the City of Three Rivers Fire Department successfully saved a dog that had fallen through the ice on a river in Lockport Township on Sunday morning.
The emergency call brought firefighters to the area of S. River Road and Noah Lake Drive just before 9:30 a.m., responding to a distressing report of a dog struggling in icy waters. The rapid response from the fire department played a crucial role in ensuring the dog’s safety.
Upon arrival, authorities found the dog desperately trying to stay afloat, its situation growing more precarious by the minute. Firefighters wasted no time and immediately initiated rescue operations, carefully navigating the icy conditions to reach the distressed animal.
With precision and dedication, the rescue team successfully retrieved the dog from the frigid waters, bringing it back to the safety of the shore. The relieved pet was then reunited with its grateful owners and is reported to be in good health.
The collaborative effort involved not only the Three Rivers Fire Department but also St. Joseph County Central Dispatch and the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department, highlighting the coordinated response among local authorities.