What lies beneath the Great Lakes' waves is largely unknown, ... The lakes cover 94,250 square miles (244,106 square kilometers) — an area larger than the state of Kansas.

A new study reveals the Great Lakes have entered a new climate era marked by more extreme heat waves and cold spells. Heat wave intensity tripled in Lake Superior, while cold spell intensity ...

Strong winds and unusually big waves on the Great Lakes, which, in some places, were reportedly at least 20 feet high, were expected to gradually wane heading into the later afternoon Wednesday ...

The five Great Lakes of North America touch eight states and are the largest group of freshwater lakes on the planet by total area (more than 94,000 square miles), covering 21 percent of the world ...

Waves on the Great Lakes are expected to reach more than 30 feet high in isolated areas, while sustained winds could push enough water east to cause flooding that could reach record levels in ...

Boaters on Michigan's Great Lakes could experience high ways today, weather forecasters say, as small craft advisories are in place. Conditions on Lake Michigan and Lake Huron prompted the small ...

Waves, which can reach heights of several feet, can hit at a more rapid pace in the Great Lakes than in the ocean -- think three to five seconds apart compared to 10-12 seconds, experts say ...

If you're planning on taking a swimming trip to the Great Lakes this Labor Day, beware of dangerous conditions in the water.. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a high swim and rip ...

Michigan boaters and swimmers face warnings today because of high waves and strong currents. ... Great Lakes advisories, beach hazards. Where to expect strong currents, high waves.

A new study reveals the Great Lakes have entered a new climate era marked by more extreme heat waves and cold spells. Heat wave intensity tripled in Lake Superior, while cold spell intensity ...