GMA's Ginger Zee Demonstrates Winter Weather Safety with Daring Plunge

The meteorologist took a risky dip into a frozen Indiana quarry to teach viewers about ice safety.

Published on Mar. 3, 2026

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During a recent Good Morning America segment, meteorologist Ginger Zee demonstrated the dangers of frozen bodies of water by taking a plunge into a frozen quarry in Logansport, Indiana. Zee wanted to show viewers how to properly assess ice thickness and what to do if someone falls through the ice, working with an Indiana State Police Underwater Search and Rescue Team Coordinator to illustrate these winter weather safety tips.

Why it matters

As winter weather becomes more extreme in many parts of the country, educating the public on ice safety is increasingly important. Zee's demonstration highlights the risks of frozen waterways and provides practical advice that could save lives.

The details

In the prerecorded segment, Zee explained how to determine if ice is thick enough to safely walk on and what steps to take if someone falls through. She then took the plunge herself into the frozen quarry to show viewers firsthand the challenges of escaping icy water.

  • The segment aired on the Tuesday, March 3, 2026 episode of Good Morning America.

The players

Ginger Zee

The chief meteorologist for ABC News and co-anchor of Good Morning America.

Sgt. Kris Fitzgerald

The Underwater Search and Rescue Team Coordinator for the Indiana State Police, who assisted Zee with the demonstration.

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What they’re saying

“From falling through it to rescuing someone in it, icy water under frozen rivers and lakes can be deadly.”

— Ginger Zee (Good Morning America)

“We came here to Logansport, Indiana, and this huge frozen quarry. But how can you tell how thick the ice is? And what if I were to fall in? How do you survive?”

— Ginger Zee (Good Morning America)

What’s next

Zee's demonstration is part of a larger effort by ABC News to educate viewers on winter weather safety as extreme cold and snow events become more common.

The takeaway

Zee's daring plunge into the frozen quarry underscores the importance of being prepared and knowing what to do in the event of falling through ice. Her segment provides critical tips that could help save lives during the dangerous winter weather season.