In January 2026, Lake Michigan's lighthouses—most notably the St. Joseph North Pier Outer Light—have been transformed into "ice monsters" by a series of powerful winter storms. Current 2026 Winter Conditions St. Joseph Lighthouse: As of early January 2026, the 35-foot-tall lighthouse and its connecting catwalk are encased in thick, wind-sculpted layers of ice. Recent Arctic blasts and waves reaching up to 20 feet have created cascading icicles and frozen shards across the pier. Formation Process
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