February 19, 2014

Ithaca Officials Issue Flood Warning

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By SLOANE GRINSPOON

The City of Ithaca has advised residents to remain alert for signs of flooding over the next few weeks as temperatures fluctuate.

Temperatures are expected to melt existing snow this week, and the Ithaca area could receive up to .75 inches of rain, according to a city press release.

Rising temperatures over the week may lead to ice jams and flooding, according to the National Weather Service. (Kelly Yang / Sun Senior Photographer)