Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 16 at 6:34PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 16, 2026 - 3:34pm
Expires:
June 16, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 632 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southwest of Reed City, or 8 miles northwest of Big Rapids,
moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Big Rapids... Evart... Reed City...
Farwell... Paris... Barryton...
Hersey... Brinton... Hawkins...
Windover Lake... Big Lake... Lake George...
Eight Point Lake... Sears... Roben-Hood Airport...
Lake Miramichi... Doc and Tom Lake... Chippewa Lake...
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Lake; Osceola; Clare; Newaygo; Mecosta; Isabella
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov