Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 4 at 6:20PM EDT until April 4 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 4, 2026 - 3:20pm
Expires:
April 4, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 619 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 7 miles south of Flat Rock, moving northeast at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
eastern Monroe County, including the following locations... Estral
Beach.
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.
This cluster of thunderstorms is capable of producing tornadoes and
significant wind damage. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. For
your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Monroe, MI
Forcast Office:
NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Sender: