Michigan’s annual statewide tornado drill to be held today: What to know
With severe weather season right around the corner, the annual Michigan statewide tornado drill will be held during Michigan Severe Weather Awareness Week to help Michiganders test their severe weather readiness plans before spring severe weather arrives in Michigan.
Michigan statewide tornado drill to be held March 22 to test severe weather readiness plans
With severe weather season right around the corner, the annual Michigan statewide tornado drill will be held during Michigan Severe Weather Awareness Week to help Michiganders test their severe weather readiness plans before spring severe weather arrives in Michigan.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer: FEMA request for expedited damage assessment of Gaylord tornado approved
FEMA has granted the Governor's request for a joint PDA with state and local officials to help expedite review of the damages and response costs. The PDA is the next step in the process of asking for federal assistance.
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Whitmer declares state of emergency for Armada Twp., White Lake Twp., Armada due to tornado, storm damage
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared a state of emergency for Armada Township, White Lake Township and the village of Armada due to damaged caused by severe thunderstorms and tornadoes last month.
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Sirens will sound for Michigan’s annual tornado drill today: What to know
This is Michigan Severe Weather Awareness Week and, in keeping with past tradition, the state will conduct a statewide test tornado warning at 1:00 p.m. One thing I want you to remember today is that the sirens are an OUTDOOR warning system. If you hear your siren inside your home, you are lucky…most people watching TV don’t hear their siren. Having a weather radio is your fool-proof way to get warnings…we at Local 4 recommend the Midland weather radio. Every home should have a weather radio.
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Severe weather expected in SE Michigan: Heres what to prepare for
DETROIT Southeastern Michigan is under a moderate risk for severe weather Wednesday afternoon. Tornado probabilityMost of the state of Michigan has a 5% chance for a tornado within 25 miles of a location. (WDIV)Damaging wind probabilityThe probability for damaging wind gusts, possibly approaching 70 mph, is a 45% chance within 25 miles of any location in southeastern Michigan. Severe weather expected in SE Michigan -- here's what you should know for June 10, 2020Large hail probabilityThere is a 15% chance for large hail within 25 mile of any location. (WDIV)Here are the key messages to know to stay safe during a severe weather event:Severe Weather Safety reminders (WDIV)Severe weather resources:
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Michigan weather: Tornadoes possible as severe storms move across state
DETROIT Meteorologist are forecasting the chance for tornadoes in Michigan as severe weather moves across the state on Wednesday. In southeastern Michigan, severe weather is expected Wednesday afternoon between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Other potential hazards include damaging wind gusts (up to 70 mph) and large hail. Southeastern Michigan is listed under moderate risk for severe weather. Well be tracking:Fast moving t-storms today mean less time than usual to react and seek shelter when a warning is issued. Watch the live radar and weather updates here:
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Here are the active weather warnings, watches for each Southeast Michigan county
DETROIT Severe weather is expected across Southeast Michigan on Wednesday afternoon and evening, as strong winds, thunderstorms and even tornadoes are possible. Wayne CountyWayne County is currently under a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. Wednesday. St. Clair CountySt. Clair County is currently under a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. Wednesday. Genesee CountyGenesee County is currently under a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. Wednesday. The county was briefly placed under a severe thunderstorm warning at 2:20 p.m., but it was downgraded to a severe thunderstorm watch by 2:35 p.m.Sanilac County
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Metro Detroit weather: Tracking 2 severe storm chances over next 24 hours
Severe weather threatsAs the remnants of Cristobal move through the Great Lakes, well see scattered showers and thunderstorms Tuesday evening and overnight. Were under a category one severe risk Tuesday night (marginal), thats the lowest on the scale. Severe risk (WDIV)Once the overnight showers and storms exit, we'll be dry with breaks in the clouds for the remainder of Wednesday morning. And our severe risk is category 3 (Enhanced) for Wednesday. Severe threats Wednesday (WDIV)By midnight, the severe threat will have passed, and we'll start feeling drier air advance into the area.
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Would you know what to do during a tornado? We have tips
As mid-May arrives, tornado season begins to reach its peak, proving to be a big threat, and nearly every state in the United States can experience a tornado. Having said that, do you know the safest things you can do for you and your family should a tornado strike near your home? Because of that, it’s smart to consider what room may be safest for you, in the event of a tornado. Mobile homes are simply not designed to withstand a tornado or strong winds in severe storms. [WATCH: When you see a tornado while driving, here’s what to do]The time to find shelter is when you are under a tornado warning, so while all of this is helpful information, the best thing you can do is know the signs before a tornado hits.
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NWS confirms EF-1 tornado in West Michigan
DETROIT – The suspected tornado that hit West Michigan on Monday night has been confirmed by the National Weather Service. The EF-1 tornado had peak winds estimated aT 90 mph, snapping dozens of trees and damaging barns. The EF-1 tornado was on the ground in southeast Kent County and southwest Ionia County for about five minutes Monday night. The National Weather Service reports the tornado started at about 8:36 p.m., and ended at around 8:41 p.m., staying on the ground for about 5.25 miles. West Michigan wasn't the only area of the state to get hit on Monday.