Authorities in Kotka, Finland, are currently conducting a search for an elderly man who has been missing since Monday after reportedly falling through the ice in Korkeakoskenhaara. The alarming information about the possible fall came from a friend of the missing man, who indicated that he had been attempting to create a fishing hole ('avanto') before ending up in the water and under the ice. The local police and rescue services have been actively searching the area, but as of now, there have been no sightings of him.

The police highlighted the challenging conditions at the search site, with strong currents in the water and thick ice posing significant obstacles to the search efforts. Additionally, the ominous weather conditions could complicate or hinder the ongoing operations. Local authorities are committed to continuing the search as circumstances permit, though no one has yet raised the alarm with further sightings or information that could provide more clarity on the situation.

This unfortunate incident underscores the dangers associated with winter activities, particularly on frozen water bodies. As winter sports become popular in Finland, awareness about safety while venturing onto ice becomes all the more crucial to prevent such tragic incidents from occurring. The focus now remains on ensuring the safety of search team members while continuing to search for the missing man who is a local resident.