Dave Walton, deputy chief fire officer at West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, stated: “Lakes, rivers and canals might look gorgeous at this time of year, however getting too near to frozen water can have destructive repercussions. We have actually seen this in Solihull with the death of 3 kids. As it gets cooler the possibility of icy and slippery surface areas underfoot boosts, so it’s finest to keep your range.
” We are advising moms and dads and instructors to speak to kids about the value of not going on ice, under any scenarios. And if you are navigating a walk constantly inspect the weather report and go to locations you recognize with, as heavy snow can impact presence when out strolling.
” Likewise it is necessary to keep your family pets safe by constantly having pet dogs on leads near water, and do not toss toys or sticks onto the ice. If your animal does enter difficulty on the ice it is very important that owners call us and we will save their animal.”
