Alaska Ice Warning: Stay Off, Stay Safe

Ice on lakes and rivers in Alaska's Matanuska, Susitna Burrow, is turning dangerous fast.

Officials say warmer temperatures are making a week and unstable across the valley.

Even spots with two feet of thickness can be trusted right now.

Sun's hitting the top, water's eating away from below, and melting runoff adds extra weight.

This combo creates what's called decaying ice, ready to give way without warning.

It's the riskiest time for folks heading out to fish or play with pets on frozen water.

One wrong step, and you're in near freezing water facing hypothermia quick.

Deputy fire director Brian Davis urges everyone to stay off the ice completely.

Spot trouble? Call 911 right away and guide rescuers from shore.

Don't play hero or end up as victim number two.

Hang tight until the ice melts away fully, then give back out there safe.

Burrow crews are watching close, so heads up and stay dry.

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