Chicago's frozen Lake Michigan shatters magically, covering the lake in shards of ice

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Shards of ice pile up on Lake Michigan along the South Haven Pier in South Haven, Michigan. Photo: Joel Bissell

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Shards of ice pile up on Lake Michigan along the South Haven Pier in South Haven, Michigan. Photo: Joel Bissell

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Fishermen work the waters of the St. Joseph River, near the entrance to Lake Michigan. Photo: DON CAMPBELL

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Shards of ice pile up on Lake Michigan along the South Haven Pier in South Haven, Michigan. Photo: Joel Bissell

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Shards of ice pile up on Lake Michigan along the South Haven Pier in South Haven, Michigan. Photo: Joel Bissell

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A harbour light is covered by snow and ice on Lake Michigan. Photo: NAM Y. HUH

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Warmer weather is bringing a chilly look to Lake Michigan.

The once-frozen-over body of water is starting to melt as spring approaches, which is causing the ice to break apart.

The pieces of ice are then pushed together by the water underneath, creating a stunning display of ice shards on the water.

The mesmerising mountains of ice have been captured in images and shared on social media.

While the frozen formations are great for photos, the US.Coast Guard is warning people from getting too close.

"No ice is safe ice, especially this time of year," US Coast Guard boatswain's mate Chief Petty Officer Grant Heffner told Michigan Live Wednesday. "The ice is certainly deteriorating and breaking up."

TNS

Mar 22 2019

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