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Lucy Farrell

What to do if someone falls through ice as experts issue urgent safety advice

As temperatures are set to remain below freezing, safety experts are warning people over the "dangers" of walking on ice.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue service are urging everyone to stay safe around frozen water, which should always be avoided - whether it's a river, pond, canal or reservoir.

The warning comes after three young boys aged eight, 10 and 11, tragically died after falling into a frozen lake At Babbs Mill Park in Solihull, England on Sunday. A fourth boy who is six years-old remains in critical condition in hospital

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