Michigan has been on quite a weather rollercoaster over the past few days. First, we saw temperatures in the upper 40s and rain, followed by a drastic dip in temperatures, strong winds, snow, and a “bomb cyclone”.
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While this change hasn’t been much fun for anyone, especially the thousands of Michiganders who have lost power, it did create a weather phenomenon that led to a pretty cool discovery.
Lake Erie Experiences Massive Seiche
Due to the high winds, Lake Erie is currently experiencing a seiche. Essentially, the water levels on the west side of the Lake (Michigan and Ohio) have dropped significantly, while on the east side (New York) is seeing violent waters and higher levels.
Here’s a look at the eastern shore.
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And this is how things look on the other side of the lake near Buffalo, New York…