Children are being warned to stay away from frozen water following reports of youngsters playing on ice in Stoke-on-Trent.

Witnesses have described children and adults as running or walking on frozen water. Officers have attended to safeguard all those involved and speak to them about the risks involved with frozen water.

Thankfully, nobody has been hurt at the locations but Police and Fire Chiefs are warning of the dangers of going onto frozen bodies of water.

Frozen water safety tips:

Don’t wander too near to the edge, icy or wet conditions could cause you to slip and fall in.

Don't be tempted to test the thickness of the ice; it's easy to slip from the bank and fall through into the freezing water.

Make sure your children understand how dangerous it is to play on ice.

Adults should set a good example by staying off the ice themselves.

Dog owners should ensure they keep their pets on a lead so they are not at risk of falling in.

For more advice on how to stay safe around frozen water, visit: Frozen waters (staffordshirefire.gov.uk)