Despite the cold temperatures forecast for the weekend, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is asking residents to avoid partially frozen bodies of water.
Due to a streak of warm days and rainfall, DEC says ice in the Adirondack region has thinned and poses a danger to ice fishermen, and snowmobilers and ATV riders.
DEC says no ice should be assumed safe without checking first. Individuals can check with their regional DEC office.
For more information visit:http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/7733.html#safety