Grand Rapids, Michigan — Severe thunderstorms Tuesday evening could bring damaging winds, hail, and possible tornadoes across parts of southern Michigan.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, the strongest storms are expected Tuesday, March 10, between 6 p.m. and 1 a.m., with the main threat area south of the M-57 corridor.
Forecasters say storms could produce wind gusts exceeding 60 mph, hail around 1 inch in diameter, and isolated tornadoes if atmospheric conditions organize into stronger storm cells.
The Storm Prediction Center currently places much of southern Lower Michigan in a marginal to slight severe weather risk, meaning storms may be scattered but capable of producing hazardous conditions.
Areas potentially affected include communities across Kent, Ionia, Barry, Eaton, Ingham, Kalamazoo, Calhoun, and surrounding counties, where evening storms could intensify as they move east across the region.
According to the National Weather Service, the highest threat zone remains south of M-57, though storms may still develop elsewhere across western and central Michigan.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts as Tuesday approaches, particularly if planning evening travel or outdoor activities. Severe thunderstorms can produce rapid changes in weather conditions, including sudden wind gusts and reduced visibility during heavy rain.
Emergency managers recommend having multiple ways to receive weather alerts, especially during overnight hours when storms may continue tracking through the region.
The system could affect evening commuters, college students, and workers traveling late Tuesday, particularly along major corridors including I-96, I-69, and I-94.
Forecasters say additional updates are likely as confidence in storm timing and severity increases early this week.
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