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Calgary is upgrading fifteen storm ponds with fences, new signs, and tougher vegetation to deter risky recreation—these aren’t playgrounds, they’re critical rainwater management systems. Eight of the upgrades are in Ward Twelve, including Mahogany and Auburn Bay, where old warnings are being replaced with clearer danger messages. Despite some council members noting locals haven’t voiced major complaints, safety remains a priority, especially for kids. The city’s big push? Education—because frozen ponds can look safe, but they’re unpredictable working waterways. Barriers won’t stop all access, so enforcement and awareness are key to keeping Calgarians safe while reminding everyone: these ponds are infrastructure, not ice rinks.

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