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Lake Erie’s ice has been thawing, but weather shift could change that

Mar 2, 2026 | Daily News

On February 25th, data from the U.S. National Ice Center showed that ice on Lake Erie has decreased to 70%, though upcoming cold temperatures may refreeze some areas. Read the full story by the Erie-Times News.


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