A 4Warn Weather Alert has been issued for Tuesday in Metro Detroit.
Potentially severe thunderstorms are in the forecast for Tuesday evening.
Latest forecast --> Storm chances return to Metro Detroit, some could be strong to severe through Tuesday
What is a 4Warn Weather Alert?
We issue a 4Warn Weather Alert when we’re expecting weather conditions that will be inconvenient to our viewers.
Why did we issue an alert for Monday night into Tuesday?
With the cold front rolling into the region, there could be stronger thunderstorms heading into Metro Detroit, particularly on Tuesday afternoon and evening.
The Storm Prediction Center has placed the region under a Slight Risk (2 out of 5) for Tuesday as the cold front rolls through.
Damaging winds, hail, isolated tornado
Tuesday afternoon and evening, there will be enough shear in the lowest few miles of the atmosphere that there may be enough “spin” to have the chance of an isolated tornado.