Recent Updates

Child Pulled From Collapsed Basement

Deputies from the Houghton County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Canal Road Sunday, just before 5:00am, for a basement collapsing due to flooding and a 12 year old child trapped inside. The father was able to dig out the child and perform CPR. Deputies along with Stanton Township first responders …

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12-Year-Old Trapped in House Collapse

A 12-year-old child was trapped and badly injured when the basement of a house on Canal Road collapsed early today. Houghton County Sheriff’s deputies were called to the scene at 5:00 this morning. The child’s father was able to dig the child out, and performed CPR. Because of road damage, …

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Boil Water Advisory Issued

Heavy rains in Houghton County have resulted in severe erosion and flooding. Municipal water mains located under city streets may have been compromised during the erosion. The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department is issuing a precautionary boil water advisory for any person who is aware that their water service line …

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