Grand Rapids, MI – Heavy thunderstorms brought significant rainfall to West Michigan over the past three days, with some areas recording nearly 4 inches of rain as of Wednesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, rainfall totals between September 20 and September 23 ranged from 1.5 to nearly 4 inches across the region. Holland reported the highest amount, with 3.98 inches recorded just northwest of the city. Other notable totals included 3.56 inches in Coopersville, 3.4 inches at Holland Airport, and 3.07 inches in Grand Rapids.
The agency noted that the Holland area alone received 3 to 4 inches in just three days — a sharp contrast compared to the 4 to 5 inches recorded over the entire summer months of June, July, and August. Areas including Paw Paw and Kalamazoo also saw over 1.5 inches of rain during the storms.
The downpours followed a relatively dry summer, making this rainfall a dramatic shift in local weather patterns. While the totals are beneficial for easing drought concerns, residents should be cautious of localized flooding in low-lying or poor drainage areas.
The National Weather Service continues to monitor conditions as more unsettled weather remains possible through the week.
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