If you need a large amount of ice in a hurry, a countertop ice maker is your best bet. Most ice makers can usually produce 20 or more pounds of ice in a day.

The bigger ice makers, including our top pick, the GE Profile Opal Nugget ice maker, hold 3 pounds at once, enough for 12 drinks, but the footprint on your counter is significantly bigger.

People venturing out onto the ice will need to have proper gear, including ice picks, a safety vest and a rescue rope. Officials said people who fall through ice should try to stand up to see how ...

Alton firefighters work to pull Deputy Fire Chief Matt Fischer from the hole cut in the lake's 4-inch thick ice at Alton's Gordon Moore Park on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025.

Carry essential safety items, including ice picks, rope, and a throwable flotation device, which can be lifesaving in an emergency. Stay informed. Check local weather forecasts and ice conditions ...

Canton firefighters train to handle ice rescue situations, see the photos Nancy Molnar and Janson McNair, Canton Repository Thu, January 16, 2025 at 9:09 PM UTC ...