With temperatures on the rise, police are urging people to exercise caution on area trails and waterways.
“Being that we are in the middle of March, warmer days with possible heavy rain can create slushy areas and ice surfaces that may not be up to expectations for ice surface travel by foot or by machine,” Southern Georgian Bay OPP said in a news release. “Always remember that no ice is safe ice and to check the ice surface or inquire with local residents, ice hut operators, weather stations or any other reliable source before heading out and possibly going through into the frigid waters below.”
Those planning to head out on Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) trails are advised to check the organization’s website here to see what trails are available for permitted use.
“Failing to do so may put you in a situation of either trespassing on closed OFSC trails and/or encountering safety hazards along those routes,” police said.
The OFSC’s interactive trail map can be found here.
