Stay off waterways, police warn

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Stay off waterways, police warn

 

 

December 17, 2009 / yorkregion.com

 

 

Despite arctic type temperatures and snow, frozen and snow-covered waterways are not safe, York Regional Police warn.

 

Portions of Lake Simcoe have begun to freeze, but there are still many areas of open water.

 

At this time, it is not a good idea to try ice fishing or snowmobiling because ice conditions are too unstable.

 

If you are doing any recreational activities near water, remember:

 

• Stay off the ice;

 

• Wear the appropriate clothing and ensure you wear a certified flotation device;

 

• Tell someone about your plans and specifically where you are going;

 

• Carry a cellular phone with you at all times;

 

• Be cautious of your footing around banks of rivers and streams and;

 

• Be aware of weather reports and the state of the ice.