A wind event associated with the July 14, 2021, severe weather caused significant windthrow at the Indian River Campground, located just off US Highway 94 between Manistique and Munising, on the West zone of the Hiawatha National Forest. The area is closed to camping and recreating until further notice.
There were no injuries or otherwise affected public. Initial evaluation of the area shows approximately 150 or more trees down in the campground: uprooted, broken off, leaning, and hazardous.
The extent of the damage and appropriate course of action will continue to be assessed.
The storm may have also impacted the Indian River Canoe Trail route. Please use extreme caution when you are near the Indian River Campground.
For additional information, please visit the Forest’s website at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hiawatha/recarea/?recid=13342.
Comments