Rhode Island firefighters rescue dog named Phoenix from icy pond on New Year's Day
- Rhode Island firefighters rescue a yellow Lab from an icy pond on New Year’s Day
- Rhode Island firefighters rescue a yellow Lab from an icy pond on New Year’s Day
- Phoenix was also declared free of injuries, but Howard made sure to check in with his owner later Thursday.
- “He got a little bit of extra food last night,” Howard said. “And he took a little nap.”
- The incident served as a reminder to treat all ice as potentially dangerous, particularly over bodies of water, the fire department warned.
- “No ice is ever safe. Our firefighters train extensively for cold water and ice rescues, but these situations are extremely dangerous,” the fire department said.
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Rhode Island firefighters save dog from icy pond on New Year’s Day
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