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Flooding continues, dense fog returns in Metro Detroit -- here’s what to expect
Read full article: Flooding continues, dense fog returns in Metro Detroit -- here’s what to expectA Flood Warning is in effect for the Clinton River in Macomb County until late tonight. During the afternoon on Friday, the river was at 17 feet. It was expected to fall below flood stage of 16 feet. during the late evening. Parts of Clinton Township and Mt. Clemens are affected by this warning.
Dine on the water at this Mt. Clemens Beatle-themed restaurant
Read full article: Dine on the water at this Mt. Clemens Beatle-themed restaurantMany Michiganders love to spend a warm summer evening out on the water- be it on a boat, lounging on a floaty, or diving off a dock, but what about a floating restaurant? Sounds pretty great right? Well, our Michelle Oliver found a restaurant in Mt. Clemens where you can actually dine on the water! Get ready to Dine in the D at the Octopus Beer Garden on the Clinton River.
Metro Detroit weather alert: River flood warning issued for Macomb County
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather alert: River flood warning issued for Macomb CountyA river flood warning has been issued for Macomb County Thursday morning after severe thunderstorms rolled through southeastern Michigan overnight Wednesday.
Macomb County’s $28M Interceptor project enters key phase
Read full article: Macomb County’s $28M Interceptor project enters key phaseThe $28 million Macomb Interceptor project includes installing a giant pipe along 15 Mile Road in Sterling Heights to prevent disasters such as the Fraser sinkhole that opened in late 2016.
Suspected crocodile reported in Clinton River in Harrison Township
Read full article: Suspected crocodile reported in Clinton River in Harrison TownshipHARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Macomb County Animal Control is investigating a suspected crocodile or alligator reported swimming through the Clinton River in Harrison Township. “It was just swimming over there, came up out of the water. It had seen me and then went back down in the water,” said Anthony, who was near the river. Local 4 News' Tim Pamplin explored Clinton River for sightings of the suspected reptile. You can watch Tim Pamplin’s full story in the video above.
Take the family on a scavenger hunt around the Clinton River
Read full article: Take the family on a scavenger hunt around the Clinton RiverWhos ready for a scavenger hunt? There is an event being organized in Metro Detroit that will have you, and the whole family, enjoying a taste of pure Michigan along the Clinton River. Anne Brasie, the Executive Director of the Clinton River Watershed, joined Jason Carr to explain whats happening across Oakland and Macomb counties that will have you fishing for fun. Brasie said the scavenger hunt came about as a way to give people something to do outside during the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the video above for more information about the scavenger hunt.
Here are 8 of the best places to kayak in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Here are 8 of the best places to kayak in Metro DetroitLocated in Downtown Detroit and Downriver, the Detroit River offers views of the Downtown skyline, Belle Isle, Peche Island, Fisher Mansion, Detroit Canal and Grosse Ile. The Huron River is a diverse, 104 mile water trail winding through several communities and parks southwest of Detroit. The Rouge River Water Trail is located on the Rouge River from Ford Road to Garfield Road. You can enjoy the scenic views of Brest Bay and even Maumee Bay are visible from these trails and it even dips into Ohio. Related: Here are 10 of the best bike paths in Metro Detroit area
Rochester Hills firefighters urge extreme caution during river use after water rescue
Read full article: Rochester Hills firefighters urge extreme caution during river use after water rescueROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. Two individuals were reported as trapped in the Clinton River in Rochester Hills on Tuesday afternoon. The Rochester Hills Fire Department arrived to the area of Avon and South Livernois to rescue the individuals around 5 p.m. Upon arrival firefighters found the individuals out of the water, but their kayaks were wedged in tree debris in the river, officials said. The Rochester Hills Fire Department is urging extreme caution to residents visiting the river due to high water and fast moving currents caused by recent heavy rains. Officials say downtown Midland could be under 9 feet of water due to the condition of the Edenville dam.
Lane closures on I-75 in Auburn Hills through early December due to weather, construction
Read full article: Lane closures on I-75 in Auburn Hills through early December due to weather, constructionAUBURN HILLS, Mich. Construction on the I-75 bridge over the Clinton River in Auburn Hills will require lane closures until early December due to weather and unanticipated work, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. Due to the summer and falls heavy rainfall, in addition to this past springs consistent rain, higher-than-normal water levels have been reported in the Clinton River. Scour protection measures and repair to the bridges substructure have required added design work and repairs, according to MDOT. Additionally, the westbound M-59 ramp to southbound I-75 and the southbound I-75 ramp to eastbound M-59 will remain closed as a safety precaution, according to MDOT. Construction on I-75 includes repairing 21 bridges between South Boulevard and Baldwin Road in Auburn Hills and the resurfacing of both directions of the highway between South Boulevard and Griddings Road.
Boater who went overboard in Lake Saint Clair found alive
Read full article: Boater who went overboard in Lake Saint Clair found aliveMACOMB COUNTY, Mich. - Officials have found a boater who fell off a boat in Lake Saint Clair in Macomb County. The 43-year-old man went overboard after 8 p.m. Monday just 2.5 miles out of the Clinton River. He was found shortly afterwards. The Coast Guard and Macomb County Sheriff's dive team were participating in the search. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Organization offers easier kayak launching access along Clinton River
Read full article: Organization offers easier kayak launching access along Clinton RiverA local organization is offering easier access for those who kayak along the Clinton River. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.