DEC Advises Ice Anglers and Others About Poor Ice Conditions

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Ice anglers and others thinking of traversing the frozen surface of waters should be aware that due to the recent number of days with warm temperatures and rain, ice has thinned.

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No ice should be considered safe without checking the thickness and condition of the ice first.

Photo by: NYS DEC.

Albany, NY - March 3, 2017 - Ice anglers and others thinking of traversing the frozen surface of waters in the Adirondacks and other locations should be aware that due to the recent number of days with warm temperatures and rain, ice has thinned.

Areas of ice around inlets, outlets and shorelines of largely open water or thin ice should be avoided. Rivers, streams and most channels of moving water through lakes and ponds are also open or covered with thin ice and should be avoided.

Ice near boathouses and docks, especially those using "bubblers" or other ice prevention devices, should also be avoided. Motor vehicles, snowmobiles and ATVs should not be taken on any ice at this time.

No ice should be considered safe without checking the thickness and condition of the ice first. If you plan to go on the ice, be safe on the ice.