Gastonia, North Carolina - A police dog was able to help in the search for a missing teenager while a heavy snowstorm raged in North Carolina.

The 13-year-old autistic teen had left his home last weekend without enough warm clothing for the dangerous temperatures.

As the New York Post reports, police were alerted shortly afterward, and a search was launched for the unnamed child.

Police dog Bo was a crucial helper: using a piece of the boy's clothing, he picked up his scent and led his handler, Sergeant Rowland, safely through the snowy night.

At the same time, rescue workers set up a secure area around the boy's house – and fortunately, the child was found safe and sound a short time later!

While Bo continued to follow the boy's scent during the snowstorm, he wandered into the secured area and was intercepted by the rescue workers.

The child was clearly hypothermic, but otherwise physically unharmed.

"This successful outcome was made possible by quick action, strong teamwork, and the dedication of everyone involved – especially a snowy snouted K-9 Bo who performed well in the midst of severe weather," the police said in a Facebook post.