The web Browser you are currently using is unsupported, and some features of this site may not work as intended. Please update to a modern browser such as Chrome, Firefox or Edge to experience all features Michigan.gov has to offer.
2026 SW MI Tornadoes
2026 SW MI Tornadoes
On March 6, 2026, severe weather struck the counties of Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph, producing severe storms and four confirmed tornadoes. An EF3 tornado hit the Union Lake area with estimated winds of at least 160 miles per hour. This weather event caused at least four fatalities and multiple injuries. The storms have also caused significant damage to homes, businesses, and public infrastructure, including roadways. Though response efforts are still underway, initial damage assessments indicate that residents in these counties have suffered serious harm.
Declaration of State of Emergency