Tornado https://www.wcmu.org/tags/tornado Tornado en-US Copyright Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:32:55 GMT Floods, tornadoes, rains ravage Michigan: ‘My hot tub was floating away’ https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-04-16/floods-tornadoes-rains-ravage-michigan-my-hot-tub-was-floating-away A bridge near Traverse City collapsed, a dam in Alcona County failed, roadways across many parts of northern Michigan washed away and some people traversed their neighborhoods in kayaks as heavy rains and spring snowmelt raised rivers, lakes and creeks across the region. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:32:55 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-04-16/floods-tornadoes-rains-ravage-michigan-my-hot-tub-was-floating-away Ron French & Justin Hinkley, Bridge Michigan Midwest states east of 'tornado alley' are bearing the brunt of severe storm season. Here's why https://www.wcmu.org/2025-07-01/tornado-season-active-destructive-central-midwest-this-year Destructive tornadoes have hit states such as Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky and Indiana this season as activity shifts east. Meanwhile, scientists say dry and hot weather in the Great Plains brought on by climate change could be slowing the number of tornadoes there. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/2025-07-01/tornado-season-active-destructive-central-midwest-this-year Kate Grumke Tornado warning sparks shelter concerns for Freeland mobile home residents https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-05-29/tornado-warning-sparks-shelter-concerns-for-freeland-mobile-home-residents After a tornado warning in mid-May, Freeland mobile home residents say they were left without accessible shelter options. With Michigan experiencing a higher-than-average number of tornadoes this year, the incident is raising concerns about safety infrastructure in manufactured housing communities. Thu, 29 May 2025 19:26:51 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-05-29/tornado-warning-sparks-shelter-concerns-for-freeland-mobile-home-residents Alexandrea Ladiski One year after the May 7 tornado, Kalamazoo County is still rebuilding https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-05-06/one-year-after-the-may-7-tornado-kalamazoo-county-is-still-rebuilding Wednesday marks one year since a tornado ripped through Texas Township, Portage and Pavilion Township. Portage will mark the event with a ceremony. Tue, 06 May 2025 21:39:15 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-05-06/one-year-after-the-may-7-tornado-kalamazoo-county-is-still-rebuilding Michael Symonds Your guide to preparing for natural disasters in Michigan https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-03-21/your-guide-to-preparing-for-natural-disasters-in-michigan Michigan may not get hurricanes, but we do experience other natural disasters. This guide can help you know the warning signs and prepare accordingly. Fri, 21 Mar 2025 17:20:59 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-03-21/your-guide-to-preparing-for-natural-disasters-in-michigan Brianna Edgar Portage helps the state appeal FEMA's denial of federal disaster relief for tornado damage https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-08-27/portage-helps-the-state-appeal-femas-denial-of-federal-disaster-relief-for-tornado-damage The City of Portage sent letters requesting detailed damage estimates for 800 properties hit by the May 7 storms. Tue, 27 Aug 2024 13:58:13 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-08-27/portage-helps-the-state-appeal-femas-denial-of-federal-disaster-relief-for-tornado-damage Leona Larson Kalamazoo County completes its assessment of tornado damage; FEMA to survey the damage https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-05-14/kalamazoo-county-completes-its-assessment-of-tornado-damage-fema-to-survey-the-damage The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be visiting Kalamazoo County to survey the damage from the May 7th tornado. Tue, 14 May 2024 15:40:38 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-05-14/kalamazoo-county-completes-its-assessment-of-tornado-damage-fema-to-survey-the-damage Michael Symonds Kalamazoo County and state declare a state of emergency after Tuesday's tornado https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-05-08/kalamazoo-county-and-state-declare-a-state-of-emergency-after-tuesdays-tornado Kalamazoo County Sheriff Rick Fuller said "everything indicates" one tornado was on the ground in the county Tuesday. Radar indicated a second one that may not have touched down. Wed, 08 May 2024 13:26:39 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-05-08/kalamazoo-county-and-state-declare-a-state-of-emergency-after-tuesdays-tornado Leona Larson, Gordon Evans, Michael Symonds, Sehvilla Mann EF-2 tornado confirmed in Ingham County, at least two dead in mid-Michigan after severe storms https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-08-25/ef-2-tornado-confirmed-in-ingham-county-at-least-two-dead-in-mid-michigan-after-severe-storms Severe weather Thursday night caused widespread damage across mid-Michigan, leaving thousands without power and multiple roads shut down. Fri, 25 Aug 2023 23:13:43 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-08-25/ef-2-tornado-confirmed-in-ingham-county-at-least-two-dead-in-mid-michigan-after-severe-storms Sophia Saliby One year later, Gaylord works to heal tornado scars, seen and unseen https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-05-19/one-year-later-gaylord-works-to-heal-tornado-scars-seen-and-unseen One year ago, a tornado ripped through Gaylord, killing two people and damaging the livelihoods of many more. Fri, 19 May 2023 20:58:50 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-05-19/one-year-later-gaylord-works-to-heal-tornado-scars-seen-and-unseen Michael Livingston