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Severe Storms Loom: Tornado Watches and Flood Alerts Issued

3/11/2026

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Severe overnight weather threatens Southeast Michigan with 60 mph winds, heavy rain, hail, and tornado risks.
The National Weather Service has issued tornado watches for several counties and flash flood warnings for Kent and Ottawa.
The weather system has already spawned tornadoes in Illinois and Indiana, causing significant damage.
Consumers Energy warns of potential power outages and safety hazards.
Cooler temperatures with rain and snow are expected later this week.

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Severe overnight weather threatens Southeast Michigan with 60 mph winds, heavy rain, hail, and tornado risks.
The National Weather Service has issued tornado watches for several counties and flash flood warnings for Kent and Ottawa.
The weather system has already spawned tornadoes in Illinois and Indiana, causing significant damage.
Consumers Energy warns of potential power outages and safety hazards.
Cooler temperatures with rain and snow are expected later this week.