Michigan Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/15/2026 03:05

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 15 at 6:05AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 15, 2026 - 3:05am
Expires: 
April 15, 2026 - 4:00am
Description: 
At 605 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Saugatuck, or 13 miles southwest of Holland, moving east at 55 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Fennville and Saugatuck around 610 AM EDT. Wayland around 635 AM EDT. Other locations impacted by this storm include Burnips, Moline, Bradley, Castle Park, Pullman, Dorr, Hopkins, Saugatuck Dunes SP, Ganges, and Douglas.
Instruction: 
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Allegan
Forcast Office: 
NWS Grand Rapids MI