FIFE residents are being warned to stay clear of frozen water as temperatures continue to drop.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is urging the public to be aware of the risks of going onto ice.
They have warned that while ice can look and feel solid, it can suddenly crack and cause a person to fall through and potentially become trapped underneath.
SFRS' Head of Prevention and Protection, DACO Alasdair Perry, warned the public to take care and avoid unnecessary danger.
"We would ask everyone to be aware of the dangers of ice during this cold snap and strongly advise against walking or playing on any iced-up waterways and always ensure that children are kept away from any iced over ponds or rivers," he said.
“If you are out with your pet, do not throw sticks or balls near frozen water, and if they do get into trouble on the ice, do not venture onto the ice yourself to attempt a rescue – dial 999.
"The ice may look solid, but it is not worth the risk to step out on to it."
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