Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 17 at 6:13PM EDT until May 17 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 3:13pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 613 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Unionville, or near Akron, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and two inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Gagetown and Owendale around 620 PM EDT.
Cass City around 625 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Colwood, Colling, and Bach.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Huron, MI; Tuscola, MI
Forcast Office:
NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Sender: