
Sea plane collides with boats on Upper Straits Lake
Read full article: Sea plane collides with boats on Upper Straits LakeWEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - A day on Upper Straits Lake took a terrifying turn Saturday afternoon when a plane collided with several boats. ORIGINAL STORY: Authorities investigating sea plane crash north of West Bloomfield TownshipThe National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration are investigating with the Oakland County Sheriff's Office after a sea plane crashed while attempting to land at about 5 p.m."It was the scariest thing I've ever seen in my whole entire life," said Heather Oblak. The pilot and several boaters were injured, but are expected to be OK."I can't believe that there were no serious injuries," Oblak said. "I have lived here since 1973 and that is the first time I have ever seen anything like that happen." Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

Authorities investigating sea plane crash north of West Bloomfield Township
Read full article: Authorities investigating sea plane crash north of West Bloomfield TownshipWEST BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. - The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating a Saturday plane crash at Upper Straits Lake. According to the authorities, a sea plane was attempting to land just before 5 p.m. and struck three boats anchored at a sandbar, causing the plane to flip over. Witnesses said the plane may have struck a boat. The only reported injuries are to the pilot, who is expected to be OK. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

Massive lakefront estate lists for $5.5M in Oakland County
Read full article: Massive lakefront estate lists for $5.5M in Oakland CountyA massive lakefront estate has hit the market in Oakland County for a whopping $5.5 million. The "Hamptons" inspired estate is located in West Bloomfield Township on Upper Straits Lake. Here's more info from the listing:This private estate on the sandy side of Upper Straits Lake was thoughtfully designed to maximize the breathtaking views from every room. Easy to live in and easy to love...you'll feel at home the moment you step inside. Dual staircases head up to the loft/playspace and 3 well-appointed suites with huge closets and private baths.