Take Extra Care Near Waterways as Ice Melts

Durham Regional Police is reminding residents that as the ice continues to melt through-out the region, waterways can pose a safety risk.  Play it safe and stay well back from waterways as the snow and ice melts. 

Here are some more tips to stay safe on and near waterways.

 - Keep family and pets away from the edges of all bodies of water.- 
 - Avoid all recreational activities in or around water, especially near ice jams or ice-covered watercourses       and waterbodies—including municipally managed stormwater ponds.
 - Do not attempt to walk on ice-covered waterbodies or drive through flooded roads or fast-moving water.
 - If you live close to the water, move objects such as chairs or benches away from the water’s edge to           avoid losing them during potential spring high water.
 - Avoid walking close to and across riverbanks and ice-covered water to prevent falling through.

Help make this a safe and enjoyable spring.