TORONTO – Warming temperatures across the Greater Toronto Area has forced York Regional Police to issue a warning for “unpredictable and inconsistent” ice on lakes and waterways.
Police are reminding resident to be careful when venturing out near Lake Simcoe, especially since the surrounding area is now covered in water and slush as it sits on top of the thin ice.
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“Any individual enjoying recreational activities near a body of water must make a personal decision to do so, realizing that there is a degree of risk associated with this choice,” said police in a media release.
Police want the public to make sure proper thermal protection and floatation gear is worn while on the ice.
Parents are also advised to tell their children to stay away from lake shores, river banks and ponds during this midseason thaw.
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