People warned of dangers of playing on frozen lakes and ponds

People in the Moorlands are being reminded about the dangers of playing near or on frozen bodies of water.

The warning comes following the tragic deaths of three young boys after falling into an icy lake in Solihull.

The advice includes Playing on frozen lakes, ponds, canals, or reservoirs is extremely dangerous. As there is no way to tell how thick the ice is and there is a serious risk of falling through.

Large bodies of water are extremely cold and that can cause cold water shock, which can lead to a sudden loss of consciousness.

Parents are also being asked to talk to their children about the dangers when near bodies of water and to stay away.

Tony Mullins
Tony Mullins
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