Frankfort, MI informs beachgoers of sudden weather changes with SwimSmart beacon pilot

Frankfort, MI SwimSmart Beacon Pilot Beachgoers Weather

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SwimSmart beacons on Frankfort Beach gather real-time data from weather services and mobile networks. The beacon uses traffic signal colors to indicate safe conditions, cautions, and warnings about approaching storms. City officials plan social media campaigns and videos for local accommodations that educate visitors about the pilot. Frankfort worked with local American Indian groups to fund the pilot during the 2021 summer season.

Public Safety Pilot / POC Parks and Recreation Smart City

Frankfort, MI

Municipality in Michigan

United States

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SwimSmart Warning Systems

Beach warning beacons that update autonomously, keeping your beaches safer and keeping your personnel focused on other tasks.

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City of Frankfort to Participate in Beach Pilot Program - 9 & 10 News

The City of Frankfort will be participating in a new program aimed at preventing tragedies at Frankfort Beach this summer. “Every year we reassess the safety need associated with our Lake Michigan beach and the federally owned break water,” said City Superintendent Joshua Mills. “It’s always been a component of whether we do a flag system or some other type...

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