9/5/21 - Drownings in Lake Michigan over the Labor Day Weekend

Sunday, September 5, 2021 at 5:22 PM

Strong winds and high waves resulted in Beach Hazards and Small Craft Advisories.

The National Weather Service issued a Beach Hazards Statement and Small Craft Advisory over the weekend.

The strong winds along the lakeshore resulted in high waves and dangerous swimming conditions with rip currents, especially near the piers.

A 30-year-old man believed to be from the Chicago area, lost his life in Lake Michigan at Saugatuck Dune State Park Sunday.

On Saturday morning, a 67-year-old man drown in Lake Michigan. He was at a private beach in Park Township near Holland, and was in the water with his family when he was pulled away by waves in Park Township.

More from Local

01/22/25 - Bitter Cold Causes Massive Problems

Storm warnings are no longer in effect for most of the area, but that doesn't mean the problems are gone.
01/17/25 - Money Saving Tips When Arctic Temps Hit West Michigan

Bitter cold temperatures means a greater demand for heat. Consumers Energy is providing some tips to keep those bills from biting our wallets.
01/17/25 - Multiple Events Around West MI Will Honor Martin Luther King.

Various events around the state will commemorate the slain civil rights leader on this national holiday.
01/10/25 - California Wildfire Relief Funding

Multiple agencies are willing and able to help aid families and business affected by the California wildfires.