Ice Jam Develops in Ausable River, New York
Ice Jam Develops in Ausable River, New York
US · Published Mar 9, 2026
An ice jam formed in the Ausable River near Au Sable Forks, NY, causing minor flooding.
Additional ice jams are present in Clintonville and Keeseville Village, with potential for future flooding.
Residents are advised to remain vigilant and avoid the ice due to rapidly changing conditions.
Ice jam causes minor flooding in New York
An ice jam has developed in the Ausable River, specifically on the east branch near Au Sable Forks, New York, prompting warnings from the U.S. National Weather Service. This ice jam, approximately two miles long, caused minor flooding on Sunday afternoon. Although the jam in Au Sable Forks cleared by mid-afternoon, additional ice jams persist in Clintonville and Keeseville Village. While these jams are not currently causing flooding, the National Weather Service advises that there is potential for flooding if the ice shifts downstream in the coming hours and days. The unpredictable nature of ice jams means that conditions can change rapidly, posing a risk to nearby residents and infrastructure.
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