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Water levels downstream of the Bellaire dam, nearing the edges of homes along the Intermediate River. Photo taken at around 10:30 a.m. on April 14. (Photo: Claire Keenan-Kurgan/IPR News)
Claire Keenan-Kurgan
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IPR News
LATEST: Cheboygan moves to ‘set’ mode as waters rise behind dam, Bellaire still on ‘ready’ status
Water levels are mostly unchanged from yesterday, but more rain is coming to northern Michigan, testing already strained dams
LISTEN: A tour of the Bellaire Dam, a narrow escape for road crews at Beitner Bridge
Ed Ronco
Crews were on scene when a Grand Traverse County bridge suddenly gave way.
Flooding at Manistee River near Mesick.
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GUIDE: Here's how to prepare, as more rain falls on northern Michigan
Vivian La, Lyndsey Gilpin
A guide to go-bags, staying safe, evacuating, documenting damage and more.
Dam operator Leslie Meyers monitoring water levels at the Bellaire Dam. (Photo : Austin Rowlader/IPR News)
Northern Michigan Flood and Dam Resource Guide
Waters are rising across Northern Michigan. Interlochen Public Radio has compiled a list of resources to help you navigate the effects in your area.
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