Cold Water Can Be Dangerous

Minnesota’s lakes and rivers might seem inviting for a trip on a boat or kayak.  But Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halvorson says the water is still cold–and cold water can be dangerous if you fall in the water.

Halvorson says after 30 minutes in cold water, you can lose consciousness.  If you find yourself in a cold lake or river, Halvorson says you should follow the one-ten-one principle.

Sheriff Halvorson was a guest on Tuesday’s Food for Thought program on KKCQ.