AHS warns public of risks of falling on hidden ice [Video]

Driving during the winter months is no easy task, however walking outside can be just as dangerous given the icy conditions.

Paramedics warn that fresh snow can hide slippery ice that can cause serious injuries.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) said there has been an increase in dangerous slip-related falls since the snow has piled up on the weekend.

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Ian Cowie, an AHS public education officer, told CTV News Edmonton on Monday that falling on ice isn’t as comical as it sounds in the movies.

“The reality of falling on ice is it carries a very large risk of significant injury, predominantly to the elderly, but all people are at risk of being affected by that,” Cowie said.

“People have broken hips, arms, sustained head injuries. Injuries can range from mild to quite severe from a …