Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Kalamazoo County with Golf Ball Sized Hail
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The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Kalamazoo County until 5:00 PM EST, warning of golf ball sized hail and 50 MPH wind gusts.
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- Record type
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Affected area
- Southwestern Michigan
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Grand Rapids MI
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Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southwestern Michigan.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southeastern Kalamazoo County
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Kalamazoo County in southwestern Michigan. The alert was issued at 4:10 PM EST on March 6, 2026, after radar indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing significant damage.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers southeastern Kalamazoo County. At 4:09 PM EST, the storm was located 7 miles southeast of Vicksburg, or 13 miles southeast of Portage, moving east at 45 mph. Locations impacted include Fulton.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building immediately. People and animals outdoors are at risk of injury and should seek shelter. Residents should prepare for potential damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles.
Expected Conditions
- Hail: Golf ball size hail (up to 1.75 inches) is expected.
- Wind: Wind gusts of up to 50 MPH are possible.
- Hazards: Radar indicates a considerable damage threat. Additionally, the National Weather Service indicates that a tornado is possible with this system.
Timeline
The warning is effective as of 4:10 PM EST and is currently set to expire at 5:00 PM EST on March 6, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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