Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 4:07PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 1:07pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 406 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Shepherd, or 7 miles north of Alma, moving northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny 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...
Mount Pleasant... Shepherd... Delwin...
Winn... Mount Pleasant Munic...
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Isabella
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov