Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Kent County, Michigan
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 9 at 4:36PM EDT until August 9 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
At 435 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Gerald R. Ford International Airport to near Freeport to near Hastings, moving east at 45 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Middleville, Caledonia, Freeport, Irving, Woodland, Woodbury, Alaska, Alto, and Dutton.
Effective August 9, 2026 at 4:36 PM ET · Expires August 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Expires
August 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Last Checked
48 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Kent County, Michigan?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (48 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Kent County?
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