Lake Erie Seiche Draws Visitors to Maumee Bay State Park

Lake Erie seiche exposes hidden treasures and decades-old stories

Strong winds from a winter storm created a somewhat rare weather phenomenon on Lake Erie this week, pushing water eastward and exposing miles of lake bed along western shorelines in Michigan and Ohio. Watch Brett Kast's video report: Lake Erie seiche exposes hidden treasures and decades-old storiesThe seiche, pronounced "say-sh," occurred on Monday as cold air and low pressure moved quickly into Southeast Michigan. The powerful winds essentially…

Lake Erie seiche draws visitors to Maumee Bay State Park

Powerful winds pushed water out of Lake Erie on Monday, creating a rare phenomenon known as a seiche and exposing parts of the lake bed usually hidden.

Lake Erie water levels changed by wind, reveal hidden items on bottom

Areas that are typically 6 feet or more underwater in western Lake Erie were walkable on Monday, Dec. 29, during an intense winter storm.

Winter Storm Ezra Triggers Seiche on Lake Erie

Powerful winds from Winter Storm Ezra triggered a dramatic seiche on Lake Erie, sending water surging up to one end of the lake while exposing the lakebed on the other.

What is a seiche? Wind causes huge waves to expose Lake Erie's floor

A seiche in 1844 killed dozens of people when a wave breached a sea wall.

Lake Erie water levels drop significantly during powerful winds

Video captured along Lake Erie on Monday showcases a dramatic shift in water levels as powerful wind gusts swept through Northeast Ohio.