NI political leaders have received a lesson in how they can help people 'Beat the Freeze'.

Representatives from NI Water visited the leaders at Stormont to educate them on how to always be prepared during the cold weather.

NI Water's Chief Executive, Sara Venning, said: "Although this winter has largely passed by without a severe dip in temperatures, it always pays to be prepared, and the recent colder weather is a good opportunity to remind customers of the potential for disruption.

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"There are simple procedures the general public can carry out in order to 'Beat the Freeze'. These include knowing where your stop valve is and keeping the contact number of a registered plumber on hand to deal with any bursts on your property.

"The devastation caused by burst pipes cannot be underestimated. Not only can the water cause structural damage to a property, but the lasting damage in a home can be to personal items, including photographs and electrical equipment such as tablets, iPads and laptops, that may not be replaceable.

"Winter may be almost gone, but you never know when a cold spell could arrive."

(CD/MH)