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Grayson County first responders rescue teen who fell down icy hill onto frozen lake
Leitchfield Fire Department, sheriff's deputies, and EMS worked together to pull the 17-year-old to safety.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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A 17-year-old male suffered a right leg injury after slipping and falling down a 35-foot, ice-covered hill onto the frozen Rough River Lake in Grayson County, Kentucky. First responders from the Leitchfield Fire Department, Grayson County Sheriff's Office, and Grayson County EMS worked together to rescue the teen, using a rope system to pull him back up the hill to safety.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the importance of coordination and teamwork among first responders in rural areas, where resources can be limited, to effectively respond to emergencies and rescue individuals in dangerous situations.
The details
According to Leitchfield Fire Chief Tim Duvall, the teen 'started out a side door (of his residence), slipped and fell all the way down to the lake.' The firefighters rigged a rope system and went down the hill to retrieve the injured teen, with assistance from Grayson County Sheriff's deputies Joel Baker and Philip Wilt, as well as EMS personnel. The teen was able to walk up the hill using the rope system with help from the first responders.
- The incident occurred on Monday morning at 3:11 AM.
The players
Leitchfield Fire Department
The local fire department that led the rescue effort.
Grayson County Sheriff's Office
The county law enforcement agency that assisted in the rescue.
Grayson County EMS
The county emergency medical services that provided medical support during the rescue.
Tim Duvall
The Leitchfield Fire Chief who oversaw the rescue operation.
Joel Baker
A Grayson County Sheriff's deputy who participated in the rescue.
Philip Wilt
A Grayson County Sheriff's deputy who participated in the rescue.
What they’re saying
“It was a joint effort.”
— Tim Duvall, Leitchfield Fire Chief (k105.com)
The takeaway
This rescue operation demonstrates the importance of strong coordination and cooperation among first responder agencies, even in rural areas, to effectively respond to emergencies and save lives.
