Three ice skaters are stranded on ice floes off the coast of Söderhamn, Sweden. Initially, all three skaters were on the same ice floe, but it split due to wind, leaving one skater on a smaller floe and two on a larger one. Emergency services have been mobilized to handle the situation, and there are concerns about how to safely reach the stranded individuals.

The rescue efforts are complicated by the unpredictability of the ice conditions. Björn Alverfeldt, a spokesperson from the Swedish Maritime Administration, has highlighted the challenges faced due to the fragmented nature of the ice. The local fire service was the first to respond and located the skaters from a distance but faced difficulties in approaching them directly. The rescue team assessed that using a helicopter would be the safest option for evacuation given the conditions.

Officials are hopeful that the skaters can remain stable on their ice floes until help arrives. Andreas Wikström, an officer from the emergency services, noted the uncertainty regarding reaching the individuals but emphasized that the team would do everything possible to ensure their safety. The situation underscores the risks associated with skating on natural ice, especially under changing weather conditions.