Rescue · West Bloomfield

Seaplane tips over at Apple Island in Orchard Lake

Orchard Lake, West Bloomfield · Nov 2, 2026, 1:02 PM

A seaplane operating on Orchard Lake took on water and tipped onto its side near Apple Island, and fire crews, a county marine unit and airport tower staff were involved. Two people from the aircraft were reported out of the plane and safe in a boat, and crews reported no injuries or trauma. Responders noted a small amount of fuel and water around the aircraft, and a hazmat team was requested to help boom off and contain it. Command was later terminated, with one rescue unit staying on scene while operations continued and other units returning to service.

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