Strong to severe storms impacted West Michigan this afternoon. Storms tracked from NW portions of West Michigan to the SE throughout the day. They started around 1 p.m. and could exit the region by 8 p.m.
The main threats include:
- Damaging winds of 45+ mph. This could create power outages and downed trees.
- Large hail and isolated tornadoes are low-end threats.
- Life-threatening waves at 6 to 8 feet.
Here are a few tips to help you prepare before storms impact our area.
You should have a way to receive weather alerts such as a NOAA weather radio.
If you have an iPhone, go to:
- Settings
- Notifications
- Scroll to the bottom to Government Alerts
- Turn on Emergency Alerts and Public Safety Alerts
This line of storms is also stirring up Lake Michigan. 6 to 8 ft waves are forecast for this afternoon. No one should be going in the water or walking along the piers Tuesday.
Stay safe, stay weather aware!
Meteorologist Samantha Jacques
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