The onset of prolonged below-freezing temperatures can cause the surface area of lakes, ponds, creeks, and ditches to freeze over and form a super thin sheet of ice. But many don’t know that this ice is thin and extremely unstable.
Please avoid playing, skating, or driving over any frozen body of water, including lakes, ponds, creeks, and ditches.
If you have an open body of water on your property, keep an eye out for children who may be adventurists. Post warnings around the area and provide an access barrier whenever possible.
Dress in layers of warm insulated clothing and limit your time out in the cold weather.
Monitor weather and road conditions before going out for the day and notify family and friends of your plans.
