No, Niagara Falls didn't freeze during the Polar Vortex (I live here, btw)

[Godhumor]

Seeing a few threads popping up about Niagara Falls freezing. It has not and it did not during the vortex. The water has been steadily going over the falls all week, even during the coldest temperatures.

You can see for yourselves at http://www.fallsviewcam.com/

The ice on the river is normal for this time of year. But you can clearly see the Horseshoe Falls and the American falls continuing unabated.

[sharp_stick]

1. I've always wanted to see it in the winter

finally got there last summer with the kids but the icing pictures look incredible.

[Retrograde]

4. It's the best time to see them, IMHO

the spray from the falls freezes on the nearby trees, making them sparkle. And it's a lot quieter without the hordes of tourists.

The falls themselves don't freeze, but I remember seeing a thin crust of ice on the surface that can give that impression.

[Lifelong Protester]

2. The text in the UK article said it was only partial

referring to the icicles and the cool 'frosting' of the trees and surrounding area. But you could clearly see the falls were not entirely frozen, just really great photos of the freezing surrounding area. I love Niagara Falls, I always say it is the one place that when you see it in person, it is even BETTER than any photos you may have seen.

[Godhumor]

5. frozen mist and icicle formations are normal during winter

And they are very beautiful. They can also be very strong. With a good wind, the mist can coat snow on some of the islands. You can then walk on top of the snow without breaking the crust or even leaving a dent.

Winter at the falls is very beautiful, but nothing the UK article references is unusual or even indicative of a partial freeze.

[Jenoch]

3. I don't think the falls have ever frozen, have they?

[Go Vols]

6. nt

[Godhumor]

7. closest was the 1912 ice bridge disaster

American Falls froze solid except for a tiny trickle.

[shenmue]

8. It would be neat if it did, though! :)

Then we could all ice-skate straight down!