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Surfing on the South Saskatchewan River

WATCH ABOVE: A recreationist took to the icy South Saskatchewan River waters Saturday looking to catch some waves by the new Traffic Bridge currently under construction in Saskatoon – Mar 4, 2017

Two people took to the icy South Saskatchewan River by the new Traffic Bridge currently under construction in Saskatoon.

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The surfer and kayaker, wearing what appeared to be helmets, life jackets and drysuits, took turns catching waves on Saturday afternoon.

READ MORE: City of Saskatoon warns of hazards to kayakers underneath new Traffic Bridge

On Feb. 21, the City of Saskatoon issued a public advisory saying the construction of a temporary steel bridge to transport materials and equipment would create a narrow channel with a fast current.

City officials have recommended that recreational activities by the bridge be halted as a spell of warm weather created the potential for large chunks of ice to break loose and travel downstream and through the channel.

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