Lake St. Clair

A charter captain and his clients saved three fishermen from a sinking boat in Lake St. Clair on Sunday.

A Good Samaritan rescued three people from a sinking fishing boat on Lake St. Clair. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, and all individuals were safely saved.

Three people were rescued after their fishing boat began sinking on Lake St. Clair. A nearby charter captain assisted before TowBoatUS crews recovered the vessel. The incident was captured in a video submitted by Ally Garza.

A boat exploded in Harrison Township on the Clinton River near Lake St. Clair, as captured in a video submitted by a FOX 2 viewer. The incident occurred Thursday afternoon.

Several people were injured in a boat explosion at Tow Boat USA's gas pumps in Harrison Township. Deputies responded to the incident at 1:10 p.m. on Thursday.

A boat explosion on Lake St. Clair in Harrison Twp., Macomb County, resulted in three people being hospitalized.

A person of interest is in custody after a hit-and-run in Oakland County critically injured a child. Macomb County is launching a pilot project to remove algae from Lake St. Clair. An inmate in Macomb County has been charged with first-degree murder following a cellmate attack. The US and Iran are escalating conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.

Macomb County officials are launching a three-year pilot project this fall to remove M. wollei algae muck from Lake St. Clair using $800,000 in state funding, with contractors Dean Marine & Excavating and Sediment Lakes Aquatic Management. The project aims to study removal techniques and address the environmental issue affecting residents and businesses. Officials emphasize the need for long-term state and federal financial commitment for a lasting solution.

A three-year pilot program will begin removing algae muck from Lake St. Clair shorelines in Harrison Township and St. Clair Shores this fall, funded by nearly $900,000 in state funds. The initiative aims to study the lake bed and explore long-term solutions for Microseira wollei muck, which has caused beach closures, foul odors, and limited water access for residents.

A three-year pilot project to remove algae muck (Microseira wollei) from Lake St. Clair in Macomb County begins this fall, targeting three shoreline areas. The project, funded by an $800,000 state earmark, aims to study the muck's growth patterns and develop long-term management strategies.

A Good Samaritan rescued a missing passenger after a wave runner incident on Lake St. Clair in Metro Detroit. The search was prompted by rough water conditions.

A $7 million shoreline restoration project along Lake St. Clair at the Edsel & Elanor Ford House was completed, featuring an ADA-accessible path, restored wetlands, and Bird Island. The collaboration between the Ford House and NOAA included planting 50,000 native perennials, 500 trees, and creating fish spawning structures and bird habitats.

Officials urge boaters to prioritize safety on Lake St. Clair during the busy Fourth of July weekend, emphasizing life jackets, sobriety, and emergency preparedness. A recent propeller accident injured a man in his 20s, prompting reminders about swimming precautions and responsible boating. Crowds and increased activity heighten risks, with Coast Guard patrols monitoring for violations.

Boating experts warn of hazards like The Firecracker, a rocky underwater hazard in Lake St. Clair, and emphasize safety measures such as staying alert and familiarizing oneself with the lake before the busy Fourth of July weekend. Steve Dobreff and Scott Thomas highlight the risks of overcrowded waters and the importance of knowing local dangers to avoid accidents.

A Michigan town played a key role in developing recreational power boating through Christopher Smith's boat-building innovations, leading to the creation of Chris-Craft and a thriving boating industry that remains economically significant today. Smith's affordable, mass-produced boats in the 1920s made recreational boating accessible to the average person.

Algonac, Michigan, played a pivotal role in launching recreational power boating in America through Christopher Smith, who founded Chris-Craft in the late 1800s. By adopting assembly-line methods inspired by Henry Ford, Smith made affordable, mass-produced boats accessible to the public, transforming boating into a recreational activity. Today, the legacy continues with marinas, boat clubs, and families enjoying boating as a lifestyle on Lake St. Clair.