It comes after three young boys died from falling through ice in England.
Reports on social media told of youngsters at the canal, with one concerned local commenting:"Do people not see the news... Please if this is your kids currently out on the frozen canal in Kirkintilloch get them home.The force revealed that they got the children off the ice and warned them of the dangers of their behaviour - and that some of the children were possibly as young as 10 years old.
“It is very tempting at this time of the year to play on ice but I cannot emphasize enough how dangerous this is and I am urging all parents, carers and guardians to make sure all young people are aware of the dangers of frozen water. Area Commander for Prevention and Protection, David Dourley, said: “Following the tragic events of the weekend, our thoughts are very much with the families, friends and local communities at this sad time.
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