"Police officers walk several dozen kilometres a day. It's physically challenging work for the officers right now," said Skrims. He pointed out that the police primarily assess areas that are most accessible to residents.
When asked how thick the ice must be to be considered safe, Skrims said that it depends on the body of water itself, as there are many other criteria to be assessed, such as the under-ice current.
Skrims reminded residents that when crossing the Daugava Ri...