Tag: Michigan
Algal bloom growing in Lake Erie but only moderate intensity expected – Great Lakes Commission
This year’s Lake Erie algal bloom — which NOAA announced yesterday is expected to be a moderate one — broke from tradition and started growing near the Monroe, Michigan, shoreline […]
Experts predict moderate Lake Erie toxic algae bloom | Bridge Michigan
The water near Monroe has already begun to turn green with cyanobacteria, a product of farm runoff and other pollution that overloads Lake Erie with nutrients….
A tsunami-like event hit Lake Michigan this week, across from Racine. Yes, you read that right. – Great Lakes Commission
The shore near Holland, Michigan, was recently hit by a meteotsunami, a series of large waves caused by storms moving faster than 35 miles per hour, causing rapid changes in […]
PFAS News Roundup: Ohio train derailment likely spilled PFAS and other chemicals across 16 states, including most Great Lakes | Great Lakes Now
Chemicals like perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were likely spilled after the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. A new study analyzing rain and snow samples from northern Wisconsin to North Carolina and Maine found the highest levels of pH and certain compounds recorded over the last 10 years. This study proves that the various chemicals spilled did not just negatively impact local residents but spread across 540,000 square miles through 16 other states — which includes a third of the U.S.
Trail Talk: The butterflies of Huron County
Columnist Patrick Capper is part of the Butterflies In My Back Yard project
2024 Michigan elections: Whitmer presidential buzz ramps up after Biden debate | Bridge Michigan
This continually updated tracker includes information on Michigan political campaigns for president, U.S. Senate, the U.S. House and state House….
2024 Michigan elections: Watch Joe Biden, Donald Trump debate | Bridge Michigan
This continually updated tracker includes information on Michigan political campaigns for president, U.S. Senate, the U.S. House and state House….
Bill barrage: Michigan lawmakers pass ‘Taylor Swift’ bot ban in summer rush | Bridge Michigan
Michigan lawmakers passed nearly 100 bills this week before breaking for summer recess. See what did â and didnât â make the cut….
As crisis rages, Michigan speeds up opioid spending in new budget | Bridge Michigan
The state will pump close to $50 million into addiction services next year from opioid settlement funds. Itâs a big increase over current spending….
A tsunami-like wave on Lake Michigan? What to know about a ‘meteotsunami’ | Bridge Michigan
The National Weather Service confirmed a minor âmeteotsunamiâ hit beaches near Ludington and Holland after severe weather swept the region early Tuesday morning….