New York, moose and Lake Abanakee

Forest rangers rescue moose from icy New York lake
Rescuers cut through ice to rescue a trapped moose from a lake in New York on January 16. Video credit: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
First responders saved a moose that fell through lake ice in New York. Here's how they did it
A bull moose that fell through lake ice in the Adirondack Mountains was saved by New York conservation officials in a laborious cold-water rescue. The moose fell through the ice around 11 a.m. Thursday,
Moose rescued after falling through ice into New York lake
Forest rangers and conservation police in New York came to the rescue of a moose that wandered out onto a frozen lake and fell through the ice into the frigid water.
Moose that fell through lake ice rescued by New York state DEC officers (video)
Police called in the help of trained DEC staff to get the moose out of the water. DEC Rangers Evan Nahor and Matt Savarie used jet sleds to keep themselves from falling through the ice as they cut a passage through the ice from where the moose fell into the water to the shore.
New York forest rangers to help with California fires
New York forest rangers are in California to help fight wildfires. Gov. Kathy Hochul said a team of 10 Department of Environmental Conservation forest rangers traveled to California to support ongoing efforts to contain wildfires raging in Los Angeles.
Moose rescued after falling into frozen lake
A 1,000-pound moose that fell into a semi-frozen lake in Hamilton County, New York, was rescued by forest rangers and conservation officers on Jan. 16.
Watch Rescue of Moose from Frigid Waters of Lake Abanakee in New York | WATCH
A brave team of forest rangers and police officers on January 16 came to the rescue of a moose that had fallen through the ice into the frigid waters of Lake Abanakee in New York. This incredible story highlights the challenges faced by wildlife in harsh winter conditions and the dedication of first responders who risked their safety to save this majestic creature.
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