Father and Son Rescue Two from Icy Pond During Storm

Dramatic Rescue During Snowstorm

• 🚨 A father and son were rescued after falling through thin ice on Gibbs Pond during a snowstorm on Long Island.
• 👂 Bradley Phil, alerted by a cry for help, discovered the father and son trapped in the icy water.

Quick Response and Rescue Efforts

• 👨‍👦 Bradley Phil summoned his father, John, and they immediately called 911 and rushed to the scene.
• 🧊 The victims, a father and his 12-year-old son, were stuck neck-deep in the water while the father attempted to free his son.
• 🚒 Smithtown Park Rangers and volunteer firefighters arrived quickly to assist in the rescue.
• 🚶‍♂️ Rescuers guided the victims to crawl towards the dock, where they were pulled to safety.

Aftermath and Safety Warnings

• 🏥 The father and son who fell through the ice were treated for hypothermia at a local hospital.
• ⚠️ Officials remind the public that snow-covered ice can be deceptive and to avoid walking on frozen ponds, especially during storms.
• 👏 The rescuers, including an off-duty FDNY lieutenant with prior ice rescue experience, emphasized the critical role of quick thinking and training in saving lives.