Residents at Willow Point Mobile Home Park in Harrison Township, Macomb County, are raising serious health and safety concerns following repeated floods, the latest triggered by a tornado. Days after the waters receded, families say the aftermath has left their homes and community unlivable, and their pleas to management continue to go unanswered.
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Ongoing Flooding Crisis
The Willow Point Mobile Home complex was nearly submerged after a tornado struck Macomb County. Though floodwaters have since receded, residents are left facing the consequences. Trash, dead animals, and unsanitary conditions remain scattered throughout the park. Long-time residents say flooding has become a recurring nightmare.
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Residents Speak Out
Kristin Locke, a mother of four, is among those most vocal. “It’s ridiculous. I mean, we work too hard to be living like this,” she said, visibly frustrated by the conditions outside her home. Locke described scenes of “dead rats, frogs, trash,” and said the smell was unbearable. “Kids can’t come outside and play because of the rotten situation. It’s just terrible,” she added.
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Health and Safety Fears
Locke’s biggest concern remains the health of her children. “It’s unsafe. It’s unsanitized. You know, I don’t even want my kids to come out. I can’t even put their pool up because of this issue,” she said. Homes have begun deteriorating, with siding peeling and property damage escalating. Residents say the constant exposure to unsanitary floodwaters poses a major risk.
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Years of Damage
Richard Strubel, a 15-year resident, has suffered repeated losses over the years. “I have lost one car, two central air units, and a battery-operated lawn mower,” he said. Strubel believes poor drainage is at the root of the problem. “I see no storm sewers or drains around here that actually work. So, yeah, it’s frustrating,” he added.
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Management Unresponsive
Both Locke and Strubel said their repeated complaints to management have gone unanswered.
“Every time we call it, ‘Oh, you’re a homeowner, basically deal with it.’ I mean, we can’t keep calling our insurance company,” Locke explained. Residents argue that despite paying rent and maintaining their homes, they are left to fend for themselves.
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Fear of What’s Next
As more severe weather looms, anxiety is growing. “I don’t know. Maybe I’m gonna have to start investing in sandbags. I don’t know what to do,” said Strubel. With no immediate solutions or support from park management, residents are bracing for more damage in the coming months.
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No Response from Management
Local 4 attempted to contact the management at Willow Point regarding the persistent flooding issues. As of now, no response has been received. Residents say the silence from officials only adds to their frustration and feelings of neglect.
