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Five Tornadoes Hit Michigan, Causing Damage but No Injuries

4/16/2026

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At least five tornadoes struck Michigan early Wednesday, causing significant damage but no reported injuries.
An EF1 tornado in Ann Arbor reached winds of 110 mph and damaged a school and uprooted trees.
Another EF1 tornado hit Lincoln Park, damaging roofs and businesses.
Additional tornadoes were confirmed in Saginaw and Shiawassee counties.
In Allegan County, severe storms uprooted trees and knocked down power lines, leaving thousands without electricity.

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At least five tornadoes struck Michigan early Wednesday, causing significant damage but no reported injuries.
An EF1 tornado in Ann Arbor reached winds of 110 mph and damaged a school and uprooted trees.
Another EF1 tornado hit Lincoln Park, damaging roofs and businesses.
Additional tornadoes were confirmed in Saginaw and Shiawassee counties.
In Allegan County, severe storms uprooted trees and knocked down power lines, leaving thousands without electricity.