Body of Woman Found After Ice Fall

Emer Mezzetti, a 56-year-old woman originally from Dublin, drowned after falling through the ice on Big Island Pond in Atkinson, New Hampshire, while walking near her home. Witnesses reported hearing her scream for help before she disappeared beneath the ice. Search and rescue efforts by local police and fire departments were initially launched on Friday evening, but her body was not recovered until Sunday morning, approximately 30 yards from the shore. Family members described her as a proud Irish immigrant and a beloved matriarch. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department has issued a reminder about the dangers of ice conditions, emphasizing the importance of checking ice safety before venturing onto frozen water. This tragic incident highlights the risks associated with winter activities on ice-covered lakes.