Jan '08: Low Water Levels in Lake Huron: The Global Warming Connection

Toronto - Scientists in Michigan presented evidence this weekend that suggests lower water levels in Lake Huron and Lake Michigan are part of a 30-year decline in water levels that is consistent with many climate change projections.

Now: Water levels on Lake Michigan, Huron a foot higher than last year

Lakes Michigan and Huron have risen 12 inches compared to this time last year.

The lakes, which are connected by the Straits of Mackinac, also are 7 inches higher than a month ago, on April 15, according to the latest forecast from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.