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CADILLAC – The City of Cadillac is make sand available to fight back floodwaters.
Author: William Arre
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Manistee waters receding, Cadillac lakes remain high
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Story Highlights:
• In Wexford County, floodwaters are slowly receding, with the Manistee River dropping about a foot and flooding around Cadillac lakes beginning to stabilize.
• In Osceola County, the American Red Cross opened a 24/7 shelter at Spring Hill Camps as Muskegon River appears to be cresting soon, though more rain could affect levels.
• In Missaukee County, flooding appears stable but still high, with record stream levels and several road closures.
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Flood insurance tips with affected residents
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Story Highlights:
• Residents should check their policy and contact their insurer, but be aware most policies homeowners and renters insurance policies do not cover flood damage.
• Document and report damage by taking photos and videos, keep receipts for any supplies used to protect property from further damage and don’t throwing away damaged items until the insurance company approves.
• Beware of scams and verify a service provider’s credentials, including licenses, references and insurance.
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Flood response continues in Cadillac
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CADILLAC – The city of Cadillac is advising the community to be aware of the following road and park closures:
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State of emergency may expedite culvert repairs: Peccia
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Wexford County Drain Commissioner Mike Solomon said there are safety concerns associated with getting estimates of water flow at the culvert, particularly at the moment, when the water is so high and moving so fast. There are flow measurements at other points along the Clam River that can provide an idea into how much water is moving through the culvert. The US Geological Survey conducts continuous testing at multiple points along the river, with the closest location being Vogel Center in Missaukee County. According to the latest testing, water is flowing through the Clam River at 922 cubic feet per second, which is considered “extremely above” normal. For comparison, on April 10 the river was measured at 248 cubic feet per second. Considering there are 86,400 seconds in a day, that would be 79,660,800 cubic feet per day, which is the equivalent of 905 Olympic-sized swimming pools, or 597,300,000 gallons per day.
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Last round of rain expected early Saturday as flooding continues
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Story Highlights:
• One more round of showers and thunderstorms is expected overnight Friday in the National Weather Service forecast for the Cadillac area.
• Rainfall will likely total 0.5 to 0.75 inches, with higher amounts reaching about 1 inch for those impacted by thunderstorms.
• This weekend will turn cold and breezy, with temperatures dropping into the 30s, wind chills in the 20s–30s and possibly light snow showers.
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Missaukee continuing to monitor flooding situation
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Story Highlights:
• Missaukee County Planning and Emergency Management says flooding has remained steady so far, and the level of damage is less severe than in some nearby counties.
• Areas along the Manistee River in the northwestern part of the county are experiencing the most impact, and several roads have been closed.
• The Falmouth and Reedsburg dams have been inspected and are being monitored by state agencies.
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River levels surging in Evart, receding in Marion
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Story Highlights • River levels in Evart are expected to reach around 16.1 feet, surpassing or nearing the 2014 record, with worsening flooding, bridge closures and growing power shut offs. • Emergency crews are actively responding with multiple water rescues, while officials warn residents to prepare for possible evacuations and to avoid flooded areas. • While flood waters surging in the Evart area, they have started to recede in Marion.
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Wexford Co. flooding continues, roads closed as crews monitor situation
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CADILLAC — Past and expected rains plus already saturated ground continue to drive widespread flooding concerns across Wexford County and local officials are warning conditions remain dynamic as more rain is expected through the weekend.
