VIGO CO. – An ice fisherman was rescued after falling through the ice on Lee Lake on Saturday.
The fisherman, Travis Hunt, 53, of Terre Haute, was reported to have been submerged for about 10 minutes during a call to the Vigo County Sheriff’s Department dispatch at 3:36 p.m.
Minutes later, the Honey Creek Fire Department members, the Riley Fire Department, and Indiana Conservation Officer Max Winchell arrived. Honey Creek Battalion Chief Josh Sittler and Winchell entered the water wearing dry suits. They removed Hunt from the water with the on-shore help of another conservation officer and Honey Creek and Riley fire department personnel.
Hunt was in the water for about 30 minutes and was transported to an area hospital for treatment. He is listed in stable condition and is expected to recover fully.
Indiana Conservation Officers strongly encourage using life jackets while participating in activities on or near the water.
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