Storms Spread Across Eastern Michigan This Morning

Morning skies over Lower Michigan will gradually turn stormy, with showers and a few thunderstorms moving eastward. By mid‑morning the rain will cover more of the region, especially the eastern half, according to current radar data. The strongest storms are not expected to be as intense as yesterday’s tornado outbreak, but some wind gusts up to about 60 mph could hit places like Jackson, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Flint and the southeastern Thumb between 9 a. m. and noon. The Storm Prediction Center labels the area as having “marginally severe” potential, meaning a small chance of damaging winds rather than full‑blown tornadoes. Lightning remains the main danger; anyone seeing a flash or hearing thunder should seek shelter in a building or vehicle.Later in the day, showers will thin out and light thundershowers may touch down across Lower Michigan again. By 7 p. m. , the eastern part should be clear, but a few late‑afternoon showers could appear near Traverse City and the northwest corner, possibly mixing with light snow. In the wake of yesterday’s devastating tornadoes, officials are already beginning damage assessments that could take several days. The National Weather Service is focusing first on the hardest hit spot in Union City, which may have been the most deadly tornado day in Michigan since 1980. Residents should stay alert to weather updates and avoid unnecessary travel during the storm window, especially if conditions worsen or new severe warnings are issued.