The Dangers of Frozen Water Factsheet

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Everyone
3 - 18
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Keeping Safe
Personal Safety
Water Safety
15 mins
Last reviewed: 30 May 25

Every year children are at risk when they are tempted to play on the ice formed on open waters and adults find themselves at risk as they attempt to save them. Over 50% of ice related drowning involved an attempted rescue of another person or a dog. Areas with frozen waters can be beautiful to look at but they are also extremely dangerous. Here are some useful tips to help you enjoy these areas safely.

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Talk to your children about keeping safe around frozen water.