Tag: lake
Lake Erie freezing rapidly: See how fast
Plummeting temperatures over the past several days have caused Lake Erie to start freezing again, with ice coverage expected to continue rising through the week. Read the full story by the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Lawmakers fear Ohio EPA’s proposed data center permit could harm Lake Erie
Two Republican legislators from northern Ohio are urging Ohio EPA to decline to approve a new general discharge permit for all data centers going forward, arguing that it would exclude Lake Erie from protections being given to other bodies […]
Most schools open Wednesday, but some highways remain closed
Snow squalls and winter storms eased overnight Wednesday, preventing a third-straight snow day at many schools across the region. Bluewater District School Board announced early Wednesday morning that three schools on the peninsula would remain closed. Those schools included Bruce Peninsula District (Lion’s Head), Peninsula Shores District (Wiarton), and St. Edmunds (Tobermory). Several school bus […]
PFAS levels are declining in Great Lakes fish, new research shows
A new study offers hope for PFAS-tainted Great Lakes fish: Contamination levels are declining. The trend stems from manufacturers phasing out some PFAS compounds.
Lake Huron marina, boating slips undergoing four phases of closures through 2027 for upgrades
Lexington State Harbor on Lake Huron in Lexington, Michigan, is undergoing major improvements in hopes of attracting even more boaters and visitors. The improvements will focus on the marina, slips, […]