ZUS Coffee – a Necessity, not a LuxuryA Manitoba man drowned while using a skid-steer loader to clear snow from a pond on his property on Tuesday. The 58-year-old was inside the machine on Christmas Eve when it broke through the ice and sank in Ste. Anne, a rural community southeast of Winnipeg. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m., and firefighters as well as emergency divers from the Hutterian Emergency Aquatic Response Team ( ) spent three hours trying to recover the man. A diver from the non-profit dedicated to recovering drowning victims found the skid-steer upright at the bottom of the pond, with the door opened inward and no one inside. The man was found roughly 10 metres from the machine later that afternoon. Approximately 18 emergency-response personnel took , reported. In light of the man's death, dive team coordinator and HEART vice-president Paul Maendel if they're driving vehicles on ice. "What you need to be aware of is the ice condition and it can be different under the layer of snow," Meandel told . "It can change from one day to another, especially with the milder weather." When it comes to being on frozen bodies of water, there's , according to the Canadian Red Cross. However, there are you can take to ensure you don't put yourself in a dangerous situation — whether you're working or playing. Falling through the ice can lead to injuries from the fall, hypothermia or drowning. Certain factors like colour, location and weather are important to understand when you're heading outside to be on ice-covered water, as well as sudden changes in conditions. Moreover, you need to know the potential dangers of being on or around ice-covered water, as well as what you should do in an emergency. The best way to measure safety on ice is to , and this should be done each time you plan to head out. However, it's important to remember ice thickness won't be uniform across most bodies of water. It's best to — always bring a buddy. To measure the thickness of ice, you can create a small hole with an axe, hatchet, ice auger or spud bar. Continue to check the thickness around the body of water. The required thickness of ice will increase depending on the weight of the load. While a single person on foot can walk or skate on ice that's slightly thinner, a larger and heavier machine will need ice that's thick enough to support the total weight, measured in gross vehicle weight (GVW). In general, ice should be at least 15 cm (six inches) thick for a single person to safely walk or skate on. That increases to 20 cm (eight inches) for a group of skaters, and 25 cm (10 inches) for snowmobiles, . You'll need more than 30 cm in thickness when it comes to most light vehicles, according to the . When planning to head out onto the ice to work, you shouldn't step out unless you know your numbers, according to . These numbers include things like temperature, your GVW and other necessary information if you're working with other people or vehicles: The day's temperature and wind chill Total weight of the vehicle, cargo, fuel and people, also called gross vehicle weight or GVW The minimum ice thickness for this GVW The maximum load allowed on an ice cover The maximum drive speed allowed The minimum distance needed between vehicles The maximum parking or stationary time allowed on the ice cover Emergency contact numbers According to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), of it. Overloading can lead to the ice cracking, which can then lead to a collapse. Employment and Social Development Canada noted some of the best ways to prevent accidents is to avoid working alone. You should also dress properly — with personal protective equipment and warm clothing — as well as identify potential hazards. It's important to also conduct a visual assessment when you plan to head out onto ice. On top of looking for any cracks, water flow or soft ice, it's a good idea to understand : : This colour means water is present and that it won't support much weight. It's more common in the spring and in fast-moving water during the winter. : This type of ice can cover up danger, potentially if it has formed on top of ice that hasn't been completely frozen. : This ice forms below negative eight degrees Celsius and deepens in colour since water is naturally turquoise blue. If you're planning to spend time out on the ice, it's a good idea to also plan for the worst-case scenario and have an emergency plan. That includes prepping for spending time outside in cold weather by wearing warm clothing and taking breaks to keep warm. How to self-rescue in freezing water In the event that you fall through the ice, the first things you need to do are relax, catch your breath and call for help. Don't worry, you will have around , according to Work Safe Alberta's guide. But after that time frame, your muscles won't have strength and you will lose consciousness. To start a self-rescue, you want to avoid trying to climb back out of where you fell in. That's because the ice in this area will be too weak. Instead, keep your hands and arms on the ice while kicking your feet to get into a horizontal position parallel to the surface of the ice. Once you're horizontal, you should continue kicking your feet while pulling with your hands to draw yourself up onto the ice. Once you're out of the water, you don't want to stand up. Instead, crawl on your stomach or roll away from the area with your limbs spread out to evenly distribute your body weight. How to save someone from freezing water Rescuing another person after they've fallen through ice can be dangerous, and you want to avoid putting yourself or other people in trouble. For starters, you should call for help, whether that's immediate assistance from first responders or support from bystanders. Then, see if you can reach the person with a long pole or branch. Ensure when you're extending the item to the person that you're also lying down parallel with the ground. If you need to go onto the ice, make sure you wear a PFD or lifejacket. Moreover, bring a long pole or branch to test the ice in front of where you're moving, as well as something like a pole or weighted rope to throw to the person. When you're near the broken ice, lie down to evenly distribute your weight and slowly crawl toward the hole. Then, throw the object (pole, weighted rope or other item) to the person and have them kick while you pull them to safety.Americans Don’t Just Blame Killer for UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder
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he North Jakarta city administration has relocated 43 families living under the Ir. Wiyoto Wiyono toll road in the Jembatan Tiga area of Pejagalan subdistrict, Penjaringan district, to rusunawa (low-cost rental apartments) as of Monday. “In total, around 43 households or about 200 people have been relocated from under this [Jembatan Tiga] toll road,” Pejagalan subdistrict head Tommy Haryono said on Monday, as quoted by the Antara news agency. The squatters were relocated into two batches on Sunday, he added, with 34 families relocated in the morning and the rest in the afternoon. Various became the destinations, including on Jl. Tongkol, Jl. Nagrak and others which are owned by the Jakarta city administration. Tommy said that the authorities would help move the families’ items to their new homes. After that, the residents’ old homes would be demolished. Delivered straight to your inbox three times weekly, this curated briefing provides a concise overview of the day's most important issues, covering a wide range of topics from politics to culture and society. By registering, you agree with 's Please check your email for your newsletter subscription. Tommy said that some 500 families resided under the toll road in the Pejagalan subdistrict. “Some of them have Jakarta ID cards and some don’t. The ones who can be relocated are those who hold Jakarta ID cards,” he said, adding that the city administration would continue to persuade squatters living under the toll road to relocate to other locations. Previously, the assistant for economic and development affairs to North Jakarta City Secretary, Wawan Budi Rohman, said the quality of life of residents living under the toll road was abysmal. Wawan said the relocation process did not take place overnight. Residents who agree to relocate to will not need to pay for rent, water or electricity during their first six months living there. After that, they need to pay rent but at a rate lower than standard. The issue with squatters living under bridges or toll roads also caught the attention of the central government. Coordinating Infrastructure and Regional Development Minister Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono met residents who recently moved from under the toll road to a in Rawa Buaya on Saturday. He said the relocation effort showcases the shared commitment to improving welfare. “We hope to not only provide a place to live but also create a space for better work opportunities, improved prayer facilities and an enhanced quality of life,” Agus said, as quoted by Antara.Andre Drummond latest 76er to hit the injury list
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