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Snowmelt and heavy rains spur record rise on lakes Michigan and Huron in April

May 15, 2026 | Daily News

Water levels on lakes Michigan and Huron had their largest surge for the month of April since record-keeping began in 1918; the quick rise was driven by snowmelt and heavy rains. Read the full story by WXPR – Rhinelander, WI.


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