Ice Safety Rules Just Changed | Madison News

Dane County just flipped the script on frozen lake driving—lifting weight limits for ATVs and snowmobiles but mandating life jackets for everyone riding. After a string of near-disasters where ice cracked under vehicles, officials say this move balances freedom with safety. Now, U.S.-made or certified machines can roll on the ice, but riders must wear life jackets—because even with more weight capacity, the ice’s hidden dangers demand caution. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b3fe801ca422486c