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US: Extreme Cold Creates ‘Ice Waves’ on Lake Ontario Shoreline

The extreme cold and freezing temperatures transformed the shoreline of Lake Ontario into a frozen landscape. The video shows rare "ice waves" at Sandy Island Beach in northwestern New York on Friday, February 13.

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US: Massive Ice Volcano Forms at Letchworth State Park Amid Winter Weather Advisories

A massive "ice volcano" was formed at Letchworth State Park, spanning Livingston and Wyoming counties, in upstate New York, as a frozen fountain inched upward to create a spectacular icy geyser. The phenomenon occurred amid a Cold Weather Advisory for western New York, where dangerously low wind chills posed a severe risk of frostbite.

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US: Arctic Air Mass Brings Significant Lake-Effect Snow to Michigan

An Arctic air mass moved into Michigan on Wednesday, January 28, and lingered over the region, creating significant lake-effect snow. The freezing surge brought heavy snowfall across various parts of the state.

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China: Man Braves Freezing Lake to Rescue Dog Trapped in Ice

A man in Beijing risked his life to rescue a stray dog that had fallen through thin ice into a freezing lake on January 18. Braving the extreme cold, he used his bare hands and body to break a path through the ice, successfully guiding the animal to safety.

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Canada: Snow Squalls and Cold Weather Continue to Batter Southern Ontario

Environment Canada issued snow squall and cold warnings on Tuesday, January 27, as the chilly weather continued to batter the region, including the Greater Toronto Area.

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Frozen lake in northern Japan

Frozen lake in northern Japan

Bubbles trapped within the ice are visible on the frozen surface of the man-made Lake Nukabira in Kamishihoro in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Jan. 22, 2026. These "ice bubbles" form when methane gas rises from the lake and becomes sealed in as the water freezes.

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Frozen lake in northern Japan

Frozen lake in northern Japan

Bubbles trapped within the ice are visible on the frozen surface of the man-made Lake Nukabira in Kamishihoro in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Jan. 22, 2026. These "ice bubbles" form when methane gas rises from the lake and becomes sealed in as the water freezes.

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Frozen lake in northern Japan

Frozen lake in northern Japan

Bubbles trapped within the ice are visible on the frozen surface of the man-made Lake Nukabira in Kamishihoro in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Jan. 22, 2026. These "ice bubbles" form when methane gas rises from the lake and becomes sealed in as the water freezes.

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Frozen lake in northern Japan

Frozen lake in northern Japan

Bubbles trapped within the ice are visible on the frozen surface of the man-made Lake Nukabira in Kamishihoro in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Jan. 22, 2026. These "ice bubbles" form when methane gas rises from the lake and becomes sealed in as the water freezes.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued for Parts of Massachusetts on New Year’s Day

A snow squall warning and a winter weather advisory were in effect for parts of Massachusetts on New Year's Day, January 1.

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US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Upstate New York on New Year’s Eve

The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for central and western New York on New Year's Eve, as lake-effect snow and strong winds battered the region.

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Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

This aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 27, 2025 shows a winter fishing event of a Nadam fair on the frozen Lianhuan Lake in Mongolian Autonomous County of Dorbod, Daqing City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. An ice and snow Nadam fair featuring winter fishing kicked off here on Saturday. The integrated development fishery, and cultural and tourism industry in Dorbod has not only boosted tourism market, but also increased the income of local fishermen. Photo by Wang Song /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

This aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 27, 2025 shows a winter fishing event of a Nadam fair on the frozen Lianhuan Lake in Mongolian Autonomous County of Dorbod, Daqing City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. An ice and snow Nadam fair featuring winter fishing kicked off here on Saturday. The integrated development fishery, and cultural and tourism industry in Dorbod has not only boosted tourism market, but also increased the income of local fishermen. Photo by Wang Song /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2025 shows a winter fishing event of a Nadam fair on the frozen Lianhuan Lake in Mongolian Autonomous County of Dorbod, Daqing City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. An ice and snow Nadam fair featuring winter fishing kicked off here on Saturday. The integrated development fishery, and cultural and tourism industry in Dorbod has not only boosted tourism market, but also increased the income of local fishermen. Photo by Wang Song /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

Nadam Fair Featuring Winter Fishing - China

This photo taken on Dec. 27, 2025 shows a winter fishing event of a Nadam fair on the frozen Lianhuan Lake in Mongolian Autonomous County of Dorbod, Daqing City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. An ice and snow Nadam fair featuring winter fishing kicked off here on Saturday. The integrated development fishery, and cultural and tourism industry in Dorbod has not only boosted tourism market, but also increased the income of local fishermen. Photo by Wang Song /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Dog Pulled to Safety After Falling Into Freezing Lake in Lanzhou

A video from December 13, 2025, in Lanzhou, Gansu, shows a man rescuing a dog trapped in a freezing lake. The dog struggled in the icy water as the man repeatedly threw a lifebuoy from the shore, adjusting his aim each time. The rescue ended successfully when the dog grabbed the lifebuoy and was pulled safely onto land, shaken but alive.

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China: Dramatic Ice Rescue Saves Man from Freezing Lake in Liaoning

A video from December 7, 2025, in Fushun, Liaoning, shows residents rescuing a young man who fell through thin ice into freezing water. One man carefully crawled across the ice to pass him a rope, and with help from others, they pulled him to safety as onlookers watched anxiously.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow Dumps Inches on Northeast Ohio, Temperatures Plunge

Lake-Effect snow continued to fall across northeast Ohio on Monday, December 15, bringing inches of snow and low temperatures.

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US: Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Snow on Pennsylvania

A winter storm brought heavy snow to parts of Pennsylvania on Thursday, December 11, with winter weather advisories and a warning remaining in effect for multiple counties.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 5

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 4

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 2

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 3

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, MANHATTAN, UPPER WEST SIDE. CENTRAL PARK WINTER SUNRISE ON THE FROZEN LAKE WITH THE BOW BRIDGE AND UPPER WEST SIDE BUILDINGS (SAN REMO) Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, MANHATTAN, UPPER WEST SIDE. PANORAMIC WINTER SUNRISE ON FROZEN CENTRAL PARK LAKE WITH BOW BRIDGE AND VIEW OF UPPER WEST SIDE BUILDINGS (INCLUDING THE SAN REMO AND THE MAJESTIC LUXURY BUILDINGS) Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, MANHATTAN, UPPER WEST SIDE. SUNRISE ON THE FROZEN, SNOW COVERED CENTRAL PARK LAKE WITH VIEW OF THE BUILDINGS OF THE UPPER WEST SIDE (INCLUDING THE SAN REMO AND THE MAJESTIC LUXURY BUILDINGS) Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - New York City - NYC

Illustration - New York City - NYC

UNITED STATES, NEW YORK CITY, MANHATTAN, CENTRAL PARK, UPPER WEST SIDE. SUNRISE ON THE FROZEN LAKE IN CENTRAL PARK AFTER A WINTER SNOWTORM. THE SUNRISE LIGHT ILLUMINATES THE FRESH SNOW AND THE SAN REMO BUILDING ON CENTRAL PARK WEST, UPPER WEST SIDE. WINTERTIME IN MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY Photo by Francois Roux/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ice track on a frozen lake

Ice track on a frozen lake

25.02.2025, Viljandi. Enthusiasts have created an ice track on a frozen Võrtsjärv lake. Photo: Elmo Riig/SAKALA

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Ice track on a frozen lake

Ice track on a frozen lake

25.02.2025, Viljandi. Enthusiasts have created an ice track on a frozen Võrtsjärv lake. Photo: Elmo Riig/SAKALA

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Ice track on a frozen lake

Ice track on a frozen lake

25.02.2025, Viljandi. Enthusiasts have created an ice track on a frozen Võrtsjärv lake. Photo: Elmo Riig/SAKALA

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US: Oswego County Declares State Of Emergency Due To Lake-Effect Snow Whiteout 2

Oswego County issued a state of emergency on February 18 after whiteout conditions from a lake-effect storm continued for the third consecutive day.

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US: Oswego County Declares State Of Emergency Due To Lake-Effect Snow Whiteout

Oswego County issued a state of emergency on February 18 after whiteout conditions from a lake-effect storm continued for the third consecutive day.

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US: Winter Storm Brings Intense Lake-Effect Snow To Upstate New York

A winter storm dumped intense lake-effect snow in Upstate New York on Monday, February 17. The National Weather Service issued a lake-effect snow warning, with several feet of snow expected in communities along the Lake Ontario shoreline.

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US: Heavy Lake-Effect Snow Hits Central New York, Weather Warning Issued

An intense lake-effect snowstorm hit Central New York on Thursday, February 13. The National Weather Service issued a lake-effect snow warning for several counties.

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US: Weather Alerts Issued As Lake Effect Snow Continues In Parts Of New York

Lake effect snow continued to bring heavy snow to parts of New York on Monday, February 10, prompting the National Weather Service to issue weather warnings and advisories for the region.

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US: Winter Storm Sweeps Midwest To Northeast, Millions Affected 2

A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported.

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US: Winter Storm Turns Central Park Into A Snowy Playground 2

A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported. This video shows people enjoying the snow at Central Park.

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US: Winter Storm Turns Central Park Into A Snowy Playground

A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported. This video shows people taking advantage of the weather and enjoying the snow at Central Park.

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Canada: Heavy Snowfall Hits Toronto As Winter Storm Sweeps Ontario

A winter storm struck Southern Ontario on Saturday, February 8, bringing several inches of snow to Toronto and surrounding areas. Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning and a winter weather travel advisory for the area.

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US: Winter Storm Sweeps Midwest To Northeast, Millions Affected

A major winter storm swept across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, bringing heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The storm caused widespread power outages and travel disruptions, with thousands of flight delays and hundreds of cancellations reported.

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Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - A partially frozen lake in a park in Shanghai, China, February 8, 2025.

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Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - A partially frozen lake in a park in Shanghai, China, February 8, 2025.

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Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - A partially frozen lake in a park in Shanghai, China, February 8, 2025.

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Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - A partially frozen lake in a park in Shanghai, China, February 8, 2025.

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Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - A partially frozen lake in a park in Shanghai, China, February 8, 2025.

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Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - A partially frozen lake in a park in Shanghai, China, February 8, 2025.

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Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - A partially frozen lake in a park in Shanghai, China, February 8, 2025.

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Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

Cold Wave Hit Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - A partially frozen lake in a park in Shanghai, China, February 8, 2025.

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US: Lake-Effect Snow Hits Central New York, Weather Warnings Issued

Lake-effect snow affected central New York on Sunday, January 26. The National Weather Service issued Lake Effect Snow Warnings for the region, forecasting several inches of snow along with breezy winds.

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