South Bruce OPP report theft of tools; and warn of caution on the ice

By: South Bruce OPP  January 15, 2015  1425

POLICE INVESTIGATING OVERNIGHT THEFT OF TOOLS

(PAISLEY, ON) – Jan. 13, at 9:28 a.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a theft from a residence in the 400 block of Victoria Street North in Paisley. Sometime between 3-7 a.m. Jan. 13, a quantity of tools was taken from a trailer that was parked in the driveway.  The list of missing tools includes:

• Yellow Dewalt air compressor
• Yellow Dewalt cordless drill
• 12-gauge extension cords
• 50’ air cords
• Dewalt 18 volt batteries
• Dewalt charger
• Yellow Dewalt reciprocating saw

The value of the stolen property is estimated to be more than $1,000.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122.  Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or send a web-tip to crimestop-gb.org, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
 

USE CAUTION ON THE ICE

(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) – Southern Bruce County has been experiencing some extremely cold temperatures, but you can’t assume that you’ll be safe on the ice. The South Bruce OPP is offering residents the following information about ice:

• Ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness across most lakes and rivers. This can be particularly evident at the start of the winter season when near-shore ice is often much thicker and safer than ice further out.

• Not all ice is created equal. Ice that has formed over flowing water, springs, pressure cracks, old ice holes or around the mouths of rivers and streams can be weaker than surrounding ice.
• Clear blue ice is the strongest. White or opaque ice is much weaker. Ice that has a honeycombed look, common during thaws or in the spring, should be avoided altogether.
• Travelling on frozen lakes or rivers with snowmobiles or vehicles can be particularly dangerous and added precautions must be taken.

• Heavy snow on frozen lakes and rivers can insulate the ice below, causing the ice to freeze slower. 

• It’s important to let others know where you’re planning to fish and advise when you plan to return.   If you are missing, rescue crews can narrow their search and potentially save your life.

• Parents - be mindful while children are out of school, as they may venture out on frozen ponds, ditches or area waterways.  Children should never play on or near ice-covered bodies of water unless directly supervised by an experienced adult.

Winter weather conditions can be unpredictable and variable, proper equipment and experience is necessary to have a safe winter season on the ice.  For more information on ice safety, visit the Royal Lifesaving Society on-line at http://www.lifesaving.ca/

Parents and caregivers are urged to discuss this information with their youth.

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