You're not a polar bear: The plunge into cold water comes with risks
WEBDec 9, 2022 · Jumping into icy cold water in the dead of winter might seem like a crazy idea, but the so-called polar bear plunge has become a popular activity, often paired with raising money for charity.
Photos: 2024 Virginia Beach Polar Plunge - The Virginian-Pilot
WEBFeb 3, 2024 · Thousands of people dressed in loud, unique costumes braved the frigid Atlantic Ocean in Virginia Beach on Saturday, Feb. 3 for the 2024 Polar Plunge to raise money for Special Olympics.
Polar Plunge Sends Thousands Sprinting Into Frigid Lake …
WEBMar 5, 2023 · The 2023 Polar Plunge takes place at Chicago's North Avenue Beach, sending thousands of participants -- many in costume -- sprinting into frigid Lake Michigan water, all for a good cause. The...
Photos: 2024 Chicago Polar Plunge - Chicago Tribune
WEBMar 3, 2024 · Over 5,000 people sprinted Sunday into the freezing waters of Lake Michigan for the 24th Annual Chicago Polar Plunge. Participants raised more than a million dollars for Special Olympics...
What to know about the Polar Plunge as Chicagoans prepare to …
WEBMar 1, 2024 · On Sunday morning, Chicagoans will dive into the freezing waters of Lake Michigan to support Special Olympics Chicago and Special Children’s Charities for the Chicago Polar Plunge.
How to do a polar plunge safely | CTV News
WEBDec 31, 2022 · Here are some of the benefits and risks of polar plunging, as well as some advice for doing it safely.
22-year-old college senior missing after "polar plunge" in ... - CBS News
WEBJan 21, 2023 · Hamzah Alsaudi, a San Francisco State student, disappeared Thursday during a "polar plunge" at Esplanade Beach in Pacifica, California, police said in a news release.
Chicago’s Polar Plunge takes place Sunday morning – NBC Chicago
WEBMar 3, 2024 · On Sunday morning, Chicagoans engaged in the annual tradition of diving into the freezing waters of Lake Michigan to support Special Olympics Chicago and Special Children’s Charities for the ...
College wrestler missing after friends say he jumped into California ...
WEBJan 21, 2023 · A San Francisco State University wrestler is missing after jumping into Esplanade Beach for a "polar plunge," friends and authorities said. Hamzah Alsaudi, 22, of Santa Monica, went for a swim...
Thousands flock to Coney Island for annual polar bear plunge
WEBJan 1, 2024 · Thousands of brr-ave swimmers descended on Coney Island to ring in the new year Monday -- with an icy dip in the North Atlantic Ocean as a part of the 121st annual polar bear plunge.