Dog rescued from lake after falling through ice

We are reminding all dog owners to keep their pets on a lead around ice after a dog was rescued from a lake in Stafford.

Crews were called at 1.10pm yesterday (Wednesday 7 January) to Hyde Lea Bank after a   medium-sized dog fell through thin ice into the lake.

Crews attended the scene and used a reach pole to rescue the dog, which was then taken to the vets.

Group Manager Jordan Money, who attended the scene, said: “Frozen ponds, rivers and lakes can be very dangerous and are best avoided, by both people and animals.

“I would remind dog owners to keep their pets on a lead around ice so that they are not at risk of falling in.

“If the worst happens, never attempt to rescue them yourself, call 999.”

For more frozen water safety tips, visit Frozen waters.