What are those flashing lights in Mentor-on-the-Lake?
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Published: Sep. 13, 2023 at 10:47 AM EDT
MENTOR-ON-THE-LAKE, Ohio (WOIO) - Police now have the answers to what is causing the flashing lights on Lake Erie.
According to Mentor-on-the-Lake police, they looked into the matter after receiving several complaints from residents.
Police said the flashing is being caused by two buoys (turbidity sensors).
The flashing is a yellow/orange color and flashes at a steady rate of every three-four seconds.
Click here for more information on the buoys.
Police added the are not discouraging our residents from reporting concerning activity on Lake Erie.
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