The Canadian Coast Guard says there may be icebreaking operations in the Owen Sound area this week.
The Coast Guard says you are likely to see an icebreaker vessel in the area of the Owen Sound harbour on or around March 3rd.
A release says, “It is recommended that all recreational users of the ice – pedestrians, fishers, snowmobilers, all-terrain vehicle
(ATV) operators – leave the ice during icebreaking operations.”
They add, “The ice may move, creating a real danger for anyone on the ice. Additionally, they should plan their activities carefully and use extreme caution after operations are complete as the ice will remain unstable after the icebreaker has left the area.”
The Coast Guard says icebreaking on the Great Lakes and connecting waterways is done in close co-operation
between the Canadian and United States Coast Guards, “By working together the two Coast Guards ensure
scheduled vessel traffic can move through the shipping channels and into and out of community harbours.”
They note, the date is subject to change with no notice, as activities could begin before or after that period, depending on
operational requirements or weather conditions.