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Firefighters rescue person who fell through ice trying to rescue dog in Arvada

Firefighters in Arvada were able to rescue a person who went out on some ice to rescue their dog. The rescue happened Thursday morning at Garrison Lake off West 51st Avenue. 

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Arvada Fire

Rescuers said the victim went onto the ice after the dog fell through the icy surface into the water. 

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Arvada Fire

Both the person and the dog are going to be ok. Fire crews said it's a reminder to never go after the dog on an unstable frozen surface. 

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