The Great Flood of 1986
Join us in making history as we collect and preserve stories and images from one of the most devastating storms Michigan has ever seen.
Learn more about the history of the Great Flood of 1986 and its long term impacts.
The 1986 storm was not the first of its kind and it won’t be the last. Learn about the steps you can take to prepare for future floods.
Did you live through the 1986 flood? Help preserve the history of this major event by submitting your stories and photos.
During the project, Michigan media joined together to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Great 1986 Flood. The project appeared in these news sources...
Our dog woke me up just before the water started coming in, and our household began bailing with buckets right...