Tag: Lake Michigan
Army Corps analysis finds Great Lakes pipeline tunnel would have sweeping environmental impacts
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers finds construction could result in permanent loss of wetlands and bat habitat, disturb aquatic wildlife, and degrade roads. But it would eliminate the chance of an anchor strike.
Why are there swarms of midge flies by Lake Michigan every spring?
Every spring, adult midge flies emerge by the Milwaukee lakefront in giant swarms to mate, procreate and lay their eggs in Lake Michigan. Though they may be a nuisance, midges […]
Illinois wants to protect the Great Lakes from invasive carp. A toxic mess stands in the way.
By Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco, WBEZ
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Great Lakes slightly colder than usual ahead of summer
The Great Lakes temperatures are slightly cooler than typical for this time of year. Overall climate change is causing the lake temperatures to increase.
Illinois acquires land for project to keep invasive carp from Lake Michigan
The State of Illinois said it acquired a 50-acre piece of land in southwest suburban Will County needed for a massive infrastructure project aimed at keeping the invasive carp fish […]