Baraga County Sheriff's Office

03/15/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Severe Winter Storm Advisory – Residents Urged to Stay Off Roads

The Baraga County Sheriff’s Office is advising all residents of Baraga County to remain at home and stay off area roadways until the current winter storm passes.

The storm, which began early this morning, is expected to bring extremely dangerous travel conditions across the county. Forecasts indicate snowfall totals could reach up to 40 inches in higher elevations, accompanied by winds of up to 60 miles per hour. These conditions are expected to continue through early Tuesday morning.

Heavy snowfall combined with strong winds will likely create whiteout conditions, significant drifting, and extremely hazardous travel. Emergency services and road crews may also experience difficulty responding due to these conditions.

Residents are strongly encouraged to:

Stay home and avoid all unnecessary travel.

Allow county road crews time and space to clear roadways.

Prepare for possible power outages by ensuring you have necessary supplies.

Check on elderly neighbors or those who may need assistance, if it can be done safely.

Only emergency travel should be attempted during this storm. Staying off the roads will help ensure the safety of both residents and emergency responders.

The Baraga County Sheriff’s Office will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as conditions change.

For emergency assistance, dial 911.

The safety of our community is our top priority. Please stay home and stay safe.

— Baraga County Sheriff’s Office

02/24/2026

❕Lost Dog❕

Dog found Skanee rd, Indian Cemetery rd. Call our office to claim.

906-524-6177

02/06/2026

‼️UPDATE, Road is now Open‼️

‼️ Road Closure‼️

We are advising that US-41 near Golf Course Rd in L’Anse is currently shut down due to an accident. If traveling in this area please use cation, slow down for emergency vehicles and plan accordingly. We will update as info comes in.

02/03/2026

Crash survivor Victoria Reed poses with first responders from Bay Ambulance, L'Anse Fire and Rescue, and the Baraga County Sheriff's Office. Reed was involved in a serious crash on October 13, 2025, during which life-saving measures were performed.
While traveling through the area with her boyfriend on their way back to Michigan Technological University for Winter Carnival, Reed asked to stop and personally thank the responders who helped save her life. Pictured left to right are Teal Sackett, Kevin Knight, Brayden Lee, Brandt Tembreull, Victoria Reed, Jacob Frerichs, Caleb Scroggs, and Dony Ison

11/27/2025

❕❗️ PSA Power Outtage ❗️❕

For residents who are experiencing a power outage, the Baraga Fire Department at 100 Hemlock Street will be open as a warming center overnight until 9am tomorrow. Please share this information with anyone who needs a warm place to stay.

11/26/2025

‼️ PSA ‼️

Please advise the road conditions are continually getting worse throughout the day. There have been multiple reports of cars in the ditch around the county including around the red rocks and head of bay. We recommend staying off the roadways unless absolutely neccssary. If you are out, drive with safety and caution, slow down when you see safety lights on patrol cars, tow trucks, and plow trucks. If you come across an accident, use caution and please call 911 and report it as several agencies are out responding to calls.

10/21/2025

UPDATE- Truck has been identified thank you for the help!

The L’Anse Police Department is seeking information to help identify the driver and/or owner of the truck pictured below, which was involved in an incident within the Village of L'Anse.

If you have any information or questions, please contact the L’Anse Police Department at (906) 524-6150.

10/13/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT – US-41 Near Alberta

*Update*
Road has been reopened

Due to a traffic accident, The Baraga County Sheriff’s Office is advising motorists that US-41 - Near Alberta is currently closed down. It will potentially open to one-lane traffic this morning as things continue to progress.

We will update you on road status as we receieve information from the scene.

Please use caution, reduce your speed, and remain alert while traveling near the scene.

Your cooperation and patience are appreciated as emergency personnel work to safely clear the roadway.

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Baraga County Sheriff’s Office

10/13/2025

‼️ Job Opporunity‼️

We have an immediate opening for a part-time Corrections Deputy.

09/17/2025

09/04/2025

UPDATE: the Driver has turned themself in. Thank you community for the quick responses. Stay safe!

The Baraga County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the community’s assistance in identifying the vehicle and its driver/owner pictured below. On September 3, 2025, at approximately 3:36 p.m., this vehicle was observed illegally passing a stopped L’Anse Area Schools bus while its emergency lights were activated. The vehicle came dangerously close to striking a student who was crossing the roadway.

If you have any information regarding this vehicle or its driver/owner, please contact the Baraga County Sheriff’s Office at (906) 524-6177. Your help is greatly appreciated.