Spring Lake Fire Department - Michigan

In May 2026, members of the Spring Lake Fire Department, in cooperation with Grand Haven Public Safety, participated in specialized water rescue training at the Grand Haven Aquatic Center.

While Lake Michigan provides countless opportunities for recreation and enjoyment, its power is often underestimated. Tourists and community members alike may not realize how quickly changing weather, waves, currents, and water temperatures can turn a fun day at the beach into a dangerous situation.

That's why we continuously train to respond to a wide variety of water rescue emergencies. Regular training helps ensure our personnel are prepared with the skills, knowledge, and teamwork necessary to provide the highest level of service when seconds matter.

As summer approaches, here are a few important water safety reminders:

• Always pay attention to beach warning flags and posted conditions.
🟢 Green Flag – Low hazard, calm conditions
🟡 Yellow Flag – Moderate hazard, use caution
🔴 Red Flag – High hazard, dangerous conditions
⚫ Double Red Flag – Water closed to the public

• Never swim alone.

• Keep a close eye on children, even in shallow water.

• If caught in a rip current, don't fight it by swimming directly toward shore. Instead, swim parallel to the shoreline until you're out of the current, then angle back toward shore.

• If you see someone struggling in the water, call 911 immediately. Throw something that floats if available, but avoid entering the water unless you are trained to do so.

We are committed to keeping our community and visitors safe both on and around the water. Have a fun, safe summer and remember: when in doubt, stay out.

Happy EMS Week to our partners at Life EMS Ambulance!

During EMS Week, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible team at LIFE EMS for the partnership, dedication, and collaboration we have built together this year.

Serving our community is never a one-person job. It takes teamwork, trust, communication, and shared commitment to providing the highest level of care when people need it most. We are grateful not only for the professional partnership we have developed, but also for the friendships and mutual respect that have grown along the way.

Thank you for the long calls, the teamwork on difficult days, the support, and the shared mission of serving our community.

From all of us at Spring Lake Fire Department — Happy EMS Week, and thank you for everything you do.

Spring Lake Fire Department Stations 1 & 2 will be lit up red. Click the link below to find out why and see what you can do!

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This week, the Spring Lake Fire Department proudly recognizes our partners at Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority during Dispatch Appreciation Week.

We are incredibly grateful for the calm, skilled, and steady voices behind the scenes who play a critical role in every call we respond to. From gathering vital information to coordinating resources and supporting responders in real time, their work is essential to the safety of our crews and our community.

Thank you for your professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment—day in and day out. We truly could not do this job without you.