Grand Rapids, MI – Severe thunderstorms sweeping through western Michigan early Tuesday have left significant damage and widespread power outages. Destructive winds reaching up to 80 mph have been reported, particularly affecting Muskegon, Mason, and Oceana counties.
According to the US National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, the storms have a history of causing extensive wind damage, as witnessed in Wisconsin earlier in the morning where nearly a foot of rain fell. As the storm system moved onshore, it continued to wreak havoc, prompting authorities to issue severe thunderstorm warnings and urge residents to seek immediate shelter.
Power outages have surged across the region, with thousands of residents in Muskegon, Wolf Lake, and Norton Shores left in the dark. The storm is expected to move eastward, impacting all of Michigan before heading into Ohio and western Pennsylvania.
Residents are advised to stay indoors and away from windows to avoid injury from flying debris. The US National Weather Service continues to monitor the storm’s progress, providing updates and warnings as necessary. The combination of high winds and heavy rain poses a significant threat to safety and infrastructure, underscoring the need for vigilance and preparedness as the severe weather progresses eastward.
