Gaylord, Mich. – Drivers and residents across northern lower Michigan should be ready for rapidly changing conditions by midday, as another round of thunderstorms develops and moves through the region this afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, storms are expected to develop by 11 a.m. and continue through 7 p.m., with scattered to numerous coverage across cities including Gaylord, Petoskey, Traverse City, and Alpena. While not all storms will be severe, a few stronger cells could produce frequent lightning, small hail, and gusty winds.
Travel along US-131, M-32, and M-72 could be impacted by sudden downpours reducing visibility and creating slick road conditions. Brief heavy rain may also lead to minor ponding on roads, especially during peak afternoon travel.
The overall severe risk remains limited, but conditions can intensify quickly in stronger storms. Residents are urged to monitor radar updates, move indoors when thunder is heard, and avoid outdoor activities during lightning.
Storms will gradually diminish this evening, but additional unsettled weather remains possible later this week across northern Michigan.
