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8/29/2025

  • jesse4430
  • Aug 29
  • 1 min read

WESTERN U.P. - Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared a state of emergency for Ontonagon and Houghton Counties.  Following a severe rainstorm that inundated the area with up to 4 inches of rain on July 23 causing flash flooding, damaging roads, culverts, and storm sewers. Preliminary damage in Houghton County exceeds $1 million, and Ontonagon County also experienced significant road damage. State officials recognized the need for additional state assistance, a move welcomed by State Sen. Ed McBroom. The declaration will allow for state resources and disaster relief funds to be used to help the area recover.

 
 
 

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