Ice-Breaking Detonations On A Frozen River In China Create Spectacular Scene

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - A cool sight was caught on camera in China.

Crews carried out a series of ice-breaking detonations on a melting section of a river to prevent ice jams and subsequent flooding.

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The blasts broke the frozen river surface and sent plumes of ice and water flying high into the air.

Some gathered along the river to watch the spectacular scene.

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