Search suspended for child missing in Lake Michigan due to 'hazardous conditions'
Summary
The search for a child who went missing in Lake Michigan near Washington Park Beach in Indiana was stopped because the water conditions were too dangerous. Several agencies worked together to find the child using divers, a boat, and drones, but poor visibility and strong currents made the search too risky.Key Facts
- A child was seen entering the water wearing red shorts and disappeared beneath the surface near the Michigan City East Pierhead Lighthouse.
- The LaPorte County Dispatch Center received the report at about 5:43 p.m. on Monday.
- The search involved the Michigan City Fire Department, Police Department, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, and LaPorte County Emergency Medical Service.
- Four fire department divers and one natural resources diver participated in the search.
- The search used a fishing boat and drone technology to help look for the child.
- Strong currents, changing waves, and low underwater visibility made the search dangerous.
- Dive operations were stopped to protect the safety of the responders.
- Several divers were injured but received medical attention.
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