EMERGENCY services have warned people in Inverclyde about the danger of stepping onto frozen dams and reservoirs.
The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS) and Police Scotland are warning locals to stay clear of ice whenever temperatures plummet.
It follows reports of people venturing on to ice at Coves Reservoir, Murdieston Dam and The Knapps in Kilmacolm.
Local police have received calls about children playing on the ice, especially Coves Reservoir.
Chief Inspector Paul Cameron has reminded the people of Inverclyde of the dangers.
He said: "Playing on frozen ponds, lakes or reservoirs is perilous.
"Ice can be thick in one area yet much thinner elsewhere and falling into frozen water can end in tragedy.