GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids is asking for photos of river ice from residents who live near rivers.
Ice jams occur when ice blocks the flow of a river, leading to flooding. The National Weather Service says that these typically occur in the same locations each year.
"Heads-up West Michigan! With arctic air upon us, our rivers are making ice quickly. As this happens, water levels tend to rise a bit, and occasionally ice jams can form. If you live near a river, especially one that has a history of ice jams, pay extra attention this week, and send us your pictures of river ice," the National Weather Service said in a Facebook post.
To share your photos with them, just make a comment with your location and the photo in the comments section.
In February of 2023, officials in West Michigan warned of possible flooding caused by ice jams as the Grand River slightly outgrew its banks. You can see some photos of the ice from last year below.
Ice jams on the Grand River
As of Tuesday afternoon, the Grand River is well below flood levels. You can track the water level of the Grand River here.
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