Cold Front Turns Michigan Lighthouse Into a Splash Zone
Cold Front Turns Michigan Lighthouse Into a Splash Zone
US · Published Sep 6, 2025
A strong cold front brought high winds and 15-foot waves to Lake Michigan, impacting the Grand Haven lighthouse.
The NWS issued marine warnings, advising against pier visits and swimming due to 40–50 mph wind gusts.
Unusually cold temperatures caused rain-snow mix in the Upper Peninsula.
Dramatic cold front hits Grand Haven lighthouse
A dramatic cold front swept through Michigan, transforming the Grand Haven lighthouse into a spectacle of nature's power. The leading edge of the front ushered in fierce winds that whipped across Lake Michigan, generating towering waves reaching up to 15 feet. These powerful waves relentlessly crashed against the iconic Grand Haven lighthouse, creating a stunning and potentially dangerous scene.
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