Major Fail As Car Crashes Through Thin Ice On Wisconsin Lake

It's not quite winter officially, but the thought of the impending season is bringing out the thrill seeker in this not-quite-so-lucky person.

One driver on Lake Puckaway found out the hard way ice isn't quite as solid as it seems.

A video shared on Reddit captured the nerve-wracking moment when a car ventured onto some precariously thin ice, only to plunge into the water mere moments later.

The footage set against the (mostly) frozen lake starts with a car cautiously inching forward, but they should've known better.

Bam! The Ice Gives Way

The warning signs were everywhere: cracks in the ice, water pooling along the edges, and then, bam, the ice gave way, and the car sank nose-first into the lake, forcing the driver to quickly abandon their ride.

A Little Early for Ice Driving
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There were no reports of serious injuries during the incident, but the video should remind everyone of just how dangerous ice driving can be.

How Thick Should Ice Be? The Experts Weigh In

AcuRite says we should wait for the ice to be at least eight to twelve inches thick before driving on it.

Considering this driver dumped their vehicle into the water, they didn't care to listen to the advice.

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Lake Puckaway is a top choice for fishing and recreation and becomes a hot spot in winter.

Thin Ice: A Temptation Best Avoided

Thin ice can break even under the thinnest of loads, so while it might be an interesting and tempting thought to cut across a frozen lake, just remember, Mother Nature doesn't play favorites.