Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Otsego 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 18 at 9:03PM EDT until August 18 at 9:30PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
At 902 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Johannesburg, or 8 miles east of Gaylord, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. This severe storm will be near... Johannesburg around 910 PM EDT.
Effective August 18, 2026 at 9:03 PM ET · Expires August 18, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Gaylord MI
Expires
August 18, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET
Last Checked
37 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 Otsego 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 (37 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 18, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET.
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