GREAT LAKES

Jun 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

Exploring the Deepest Spot in Lake Superior

The bottom of Lake Superior hides an underwater world most people never see. On June 6th, scientists will send a camera-equipped robot down 1, 300 feet to explore this mysterious zone. A team will livestream their dive, letting viewers watch creatures and rocks appear on screen in real time. But con

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Jun 04 2026WEATHER

Northeast Ohio braces for summer storms after a dry spell

Northeast Ohio has enjoyed a stretch of clear, sunny days with little change in weather. From now until Friday, the region will stay mostly dry under a stable weather system pushing in from the north. Daily highs will rise gradually—from the mid-70s on Wednesday to the upper 80s by Friday—as warmer

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May 23 2026ENVIRONMENT

Planning a Memorial Weekend Lakeside Trip? Check the Waves First

Memorial Day weekend brings crowds to Michigan's shorelines, but not all beaches offer safe swimming conditions. While West Michigan stays calm with gentle waves under three feet all weekend, Southeast Michigan faces high risks on Saturday with waves climbing up to seven feet in spots like Port Aust

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May 15 2026WEATHER

A Warm, Humid Storm Looms Over Michigan

The forecast office has already flagged a possible thunderstorm threat for much of Lower Michigan as early as Monday. A weather system will emerge from the southwest U. S. , cross the Great Lakes by late Monday or early Tuesday, and bring a warm, humid air mass into the state. Monday’s tempera

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May 07 2026WEATHER

Great Lakes: Michigan’s Weather Whisperer

The Great Lakes act like giant weather regulators for Michigan, especially on the eastern and southeastern shores. Water moves heat slower than land, so during summer it absorbs sunshine without getting hot quickly. This keeps nearby towns cooler than places farther inland, giving the lakeshores

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Dec 31 2025WEATHER

Michigan Braces for More Snow and Ice

Michigan is in for a rough ride with winter weather. The National Weather Service has put out warnings and advisories, even though the big storm is moving away. Snow showers are expected to ease up later in the morning but will pick up again in the afternoon and continue into Wednesday. Parts of nor

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Dec 30 2025WEATHER

Michigan's Upper Peninsula Battles Extreme Winter Storm

A severe winter storm, known as a bomb cyclone, is currently wreaking havoc in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the Great Lakes area. This storm is not your average snowfall; it's a rapidly intensifying system that can cause significant disruptions. So, what exactly is a bomb cyclone? It's a storm th

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Dec 23 2025WEATHER

Chilly Weather Brings Hidden Treasures to the Surface on the Great Lakes

The Great Lakes have a secret. When winter storms hit, they can pull back the water like a curtain, revealing hidden treasures beneath. Shipwrecks, old piers, and even underwater reefs can pop up when the wind and weather team up to push water away from the shore. This isn't magic—it's science. Stro

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Nov 29 2025WEATHER

Michigan's Wild Wind Week: What Just Happened?

Michigan recently experienced a storm with winds that were quite strong. Some places saw gusts over 60 mph. This happened on November 26th and 27th. The winds were strongest near the Great Lakes. Roosevelt Park in west Michigan had the highest gust at 62 mph. The winds were not just strong; they we

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Nov 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Shipping on the Great Lakes: How Safety Has Improved Over the Years

The Great Lakes have seen big changes in shipping safety since the Edmund Fitzgerald disaster in 1975. Back then, ships relied on basic weather reports and simple navigation tools. Today, technology has made sailing much safer. Modern ships have access to real-time weather data, advanced mapping, an

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