The 'icy tsunami' in New York state forced residents to evacuate. PHOTO, VIDEO

Bad weather is raging in the eastern part of the country - traffic problems and power outages are not uncommon in these regions today. To the existing troubles, another one has been added: a wall of snow and ice, which moves uncontrollably and can pose a serious danger. Forecasters call this phenomenon an “ice tsunami.”

February 24 hurricane wind provoked an "ice tsunami" in different parts of New York State along Lake Erie, writes Fox News. This phenomenon occurs when the wind pushes large chunks of ice along the shores of lakes. Lumps are layered on each other, forming a movable wall.

Police Niagara Parks tweeted a video showing pieces of ice forming a natural barrier along the Niagara River Boulevard. In some areas even had to close the movement. Local authorities warn drivers of cautious movement on the roads.

@NiagParksPolice advising that @NiagaraParks Roads Department closing Niagara River Parkway near Mathers Arch. Strong winds blowing ice over the retaining wall from the lake. Drive with caution. Video courtesy @NiagRegPolice Insp. Garvey…. pic.twitter.com/RdXh5HYxfx

- Niagara Parks Police Service (@NiagParksPolice) February 24, 2019

Locals shared photos of the "ice tsunami", calling it "an incredible spectacle."

“This ice tsunami is one of the craziest things I have ever seen,” wrote David Piano. “It’s already starting to sweep away trees and street lights in its path.”

The National Meteorological Service of Buffalo warned that the winds along neighboring Lake Ontario could reach 75 miles per hour (120,7 kilometers per hour), causing "significant damage to trees and power lines, widespread power outages, damage to roofs and cladding of houses."

“This is a particularly dangerous situation! If you must travel, be prepared for severe damage and downed power lines,” the agency said.

An “ice tsunami” near Hoover Beach in Hamburg, New York, forced local residents to voluntarily evacuate as ice literally “came” to their doorstep, city officials noted on Facebook. Photos show icy hills ranging from 25 to 30 feet (7,62 to 9,1 meters) in height.

Blocks of ice have already snapped trees and knocked out power lines across the region. On the evening of February 24, Tucker County, West Virginia, reported hurricane force winds of 74 mph (119 km/h). At the Pittsburgh airport, wind speeds were recorded at about 61 mph (98 km/h).

According to a senior meteorologist at Fox News, Janice Dean, warnings of strong winds are in effect throughout Monday in the middle of the Atlantic and in the northeast.

“There is also a chance for snow in the Great Lakes region, and wind gusts will make conditions a major concern,” Dean said on the morning of Feb. 25.

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