AuSable River

Officials in northern New York and Vermont are keeping a close eye on rivers across the region as warm weather begins melting ice – which can lead to ice jams. On Sunday, one formed on the Ausable River leading officials to issue a local State of Emergency.

The Ausable River Association has secured $2 million in federal funds for stream restoration projects in the Ausable River.

The Town Of Jay in the Adirondacks issued a precautionary State Of Emergency Wednesday evening and officials are working to prevent any potential ice jams…