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Severe Weather Hits Southeast Michigan: Snow Squalls and Power Outages

12/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A snow squall warning for Southeast Michigan counties expired on December 29, 2025, after being extended from 11:15 a.m. due to dangerous conditions.
Wind gusts of 45–60 mph prompted a high wind advisory through 9 p.m., with Detroit Metropolitan Airport reporting ground delays.
DTE Energy warned of outages as high winds could down trees and power lines, with more than 7,000 customers without power by 2:30 p.m.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1978 struck the Midwest from January 25 to 27, resulting in over 70 fatalities and record snowfall, with Muskegon, Michigan, receiving nearly 34 inches. This severe storm, fueled by merging Arctic and subtropical jet streams, paralyzed transportation and highlighted the need for improved infrastructure and emergency preparedness in the face of extreme weather events, a challenge still relevant today.

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Story summary

A snow squall warning for Southeast Michigan counties expired on December 29, 2025, after being extended from 11:15 a.m. due to dangerous conditions.
Wind gusts of 45–60 mph prompted a high wind advisory through 9 p.m., with Detroit Metropolitan Airport reporting ground delays.
DTE Energy warned of outages as high winds could down trees and power lines, with more than 7,000 customers without power by 2:30 p.m.

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