Berlin Officials Issue Ice Safety Warning

BERLIN, CT — Local officials Wednesday said, despite the cold January temperatures, skating on local ponds is forbidden.

Citing safety concerns, the Town of Berlin issued an alert stating "there is no skating on any ponds due to the ice not meeting the thickness requirements."

Berlin parks and grounds staff members regularly check the ice at several skating hotspots in town.

When skating is safe, the Town of Berlin will notify folks via Facebook and the Town of Berlin website.

For the most up-to-date information relative to ice safety in Berlin, call 860-929-7100.