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DETROIT — The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald not only inspired an iconic ballad from Canadian crooner Gordon Lightfoot, it also led to the advancement of Great Lakes weather monitoring

The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald not only inspired an iconic ballad from Canadian crooner Gordon Lightfoot, it also led to the advancement of Great Lakes weather monitoring and forecasting that has helped ships navigate storms ever since.

Forty-eight years ago, the largest freighter in Lake Superior history sank during a November storm.

Forty-eight years ago, the largest freighter in Lake Superior history sank during a November storm.

Forty-eight years ago, the largest freighter in Lake Superior history sank during a November storm.

Forty-eight years ago, the largest freighter in Lake Superior history sank during a November storm.

Forty-eight years ago, the largest freighter in Lake Superior history sank during a November storm.

Forty-eight years ago, the largest freighter in Lake Superior history sank during a November storm.

Putting a new phone through its paces, a resident decided to make sure it could contact first responders presumably in the event of an emergency. Dispatchers confirmed that the phone had, indeed, successfully called 911.

The forecast says it will be cool and clear this weekend, offering a great opportunity to get out for a walk or hike with family and enjoy Central Oregon views.