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Ice coverage surges across Great Lakes; Lake Erie over 95% covered in ice

Feb 4, 2026 | Daily News

As of Tuesday afternoon, total ice coverage on the Great Lakes stands at 48.42%. It’s a significant jump that places this year well ahead of historical averages for early February. Read the full story by CBS News.


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