Grand Rapids, Mich. – Damaging winds up to 60 mph, large hail, and a chance of isolated tornadoes threaten southern and central Michigan late Wednesday as severe thunderstorms move through the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, storms are likely to develop Wednesday afternoon and evening, with the greatest risk centered over Grand Rapids, Lansing, Ann Arbor, and Flint. While morning showers are expected to be non-severe, afternoon storms could become intense. The strongest cells may bring straight-line winds capable of toppling trees and power lines.
An “Enhanced Risk” has been issued for much of lower Michigan, including Grand Rapids, Benton Harbor, and Kalamazoo. Areas under “Slight Risk” extend north through Mount Pleasant and Saginaw. Storm timing is expected between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m., with localized flooding and travel delays possible along I-96 and I-94 corridors.
Residents are urged to charge devices, secure outdoor items, and monitor alerts. Isolated tornadoes and large hail over 1 inch in diameter are also possible in the hardest-hit zones.
The severe weather risk may linger into early Thursday morning. Further advisories and watches could be issued as storm tracks become clearer.
