Breaking: Rescue Underway After Person Falls Through Ice at Lake Quannapowitt

March 17, 2026 | Wakefield, MA

A dramatic water rescue was launched at Lake Quannapowitt after an individual plunged into the water by breaking through the ice near 26 Linda Road. Command alerted authorities, triggering a rapid response from first responders on the scene. The incident occurred on March 17 at about 1:45 p.m., with emergency teams working swiftly to retrieve the person from the dangerously cold waters. This event serves as a stark reminder of the perils posed by thin ice on lakes during the transitional season.

Command Reports person in Lake Quannapowitt into water Officer the ice making rescue.

Further updates on the victim's condition have not yet been released.

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