Great Lakes’ Water Levels Up, But Still Behind Last Year
It's good news/bad news for water levels on the Great Lakes.
All of the Great Lakes are seeing a rise in water level, but only one is higher than it was at this time last year.
It's good news/bad news for water levels on the Great Lakes.
All of the Great Lakes are seeing a rise in water level, but only one is higher than it was at this time last year.
After all of the rain and flooding in West Michigan, it should come as no surprise that water levels on the Great Lakes are rising.
That's good news.
The bad news - it might not last.
Lake Michigan and Lake Huron have reached record low water levels this winter.
The effects of low water levels are many and include making a negative impact on local economies.
The Great Lakes are so vast, so beautiful, and hold so many mysteries. There are stories of storms, shipwrecks, and more tails of a few hundred years.
Tens of thousands of vessels lie wrecked on the bottom of the Great Lakes. Some shipwrecks are of natural causes – like storms or rocky shoals – while others are due to human error.
Hurricane Sandy has left millions without power and caused billions of dollars of damage.
It's effect were felt across the entire eastern side of our country.
In West Michigan, Sandy may be most remembered for creating some spectacular waves on Lake Michigan.
Take a look at the unforgettable videos.
The changing weather and storms we've had over the past few days are having an effect on Lake Michigan today. High wind gusts are creating large waves and leading experts to caution against swimming and boating in Lake Michigan
Summer is vacation time, we are blessed in Michigan to have dozens of amazing vacation locations in our state. Whether you are visiting Lake Michigan nearby or taking the long drive to the Upper Peninsula, you're sure to find something for everyone.
What is your favorite vacation spot in Michigan?
It's been a tough summer, safety wise, in Lake Michigan. Several drownings or near-drownings with the Coast Guard called out numerous times for search and rescue.
We're getting a little bit of a break from the heat this weekend. But soon enough, it'll be 90 degrees + again and we'll all be looking for places to cool down. Before you break out the kiddie pool in the backyard (not that there's anything wrong with that) check out the list we've compiled of the Top 5 Places to Go Swimming in Grand Rapids.