Sentinel Staff
HOLLAND Officials at Holland State Park are urging those visiting over Memorial Day weekend to be mindful of water safety in Lake Michigan.
Sean Mulligan, Holland State Park supervisor for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, said visitors should heed the park s flag system for Lake Michigan s water conditions.
A green flag signifies generally good swimming conditions, yellow flags mean potentially dangerous conditions, and swimmers should be cautious about entering the water, and a red flag means visitors should stay out of the water due to dangerous conditions.
Even a green flag day can be hazardous, Mulligan said, particularly for visitors who have not swam in Lake Michigan before.