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Stories about severe weather conditions, including tornadoes and lightning strikes.

Power outage continues for Westland 48 hours since severe storms passed through

Power outage continues for Westland 48 hours since severe storms passed through

Real feel temperatures in the 90s on Friday has made everything worse.

July 28, 2023 10:56pm EDT
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, Flood Watch issued for SE Michigan

Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, Flood Watch issued for SE Michigan

Barely two days removed from strong storms that rolled through Metro Detroit, more are on the way Friday evening.

July 28, 2023 1:31pm EDT
Nearly 80K DTE customers without power Friday morning

Nearly 80K DTE customers without power Friday morning

DTE is reporting almost 80,000 customers are still without power, a day-and-a-half since a round of severe weather knocked out electricity amid the hottest temperatures of the season.

July 28, 2023 6:11am EDT
Grosse Pointe, Redford and Southfield among communities cleaning up storm damage

Grosse Pointe, Redford and Southfield among communities cleaning up storm damage

One car was crushed by a huge oak tree. Another one was pierced by a large section of wood. And a massive branch shot right through one person’s bedroom.

July 27, 2023 11:16pm EDT
Storm cleanup continues across Metro Detroit in aftermath of Wednesday's severe weather

Storm cleanup continues across Metro Detroit in aftermath of Wednesday's severe weather

About 148,000 customers remain without power according to DTE Energy. Large trees were toppled Wednesday from gusts of wind up to 70 miles per hour.

July 27, 2023 6:58pm EDT
Metro Detroit storm damage: Strong winds topple trees and branches onto homes, vehicles, power lines

Metro Detroit storm damage: Strong winds topple trees and branches onto homes, vehicles, power lines

Thunderstorms Wednesday brought heavy winds that left destruction across Metro Detroit. Along with power outages, residents are faced with cleaning up big messes left by the strong winds.

July 27, 2023 7:31am EDT
More than 182K DTE customers without power in Southeast Michigan after storms cause widespread damage

More than 182K DTE customers without power in Southeast Michigan after storms cause widespread damage

Strong winds brought down trees and limbs around Metro Detroit, leading to power outages that have left more than 182,000 in the dark.

July 27, 2023 6:51am EDT
Storm damage littered across Metro Detroit as thousands sit in the dark

Storm damage littered across Metro Detroit as thousands sit in the dark

More than 150,000 DTE Energy customers are without power Wednesday night after a strong band of storms tore through Metro Detroit.

July 26, 2023 11:18pm EDT
Aftermath: Trees down across Detroit, thousands without power after storms with more on way

Aftermath: Trees down across Detroit, thousands without power after storms with more on way

A FOX 2 crew witnessed the aftermath first-hand in Livonia near the Plymouth border. Numerous intersections were left in the dark along Five Mile near I-96.

July 26, 2023 7:30pm EDT
Caught on camera: Lightning strike hits lines in front of FOX 2 camera

Caught on camera: Lightning strike hits lines in front of FOX 2 camera

A sudden lightning flash in front of a FOX 2 News crew was caught on camera as it appears to hit a utility line near Hall Road and M-59.

July 26, 2023 5:29pm EDT
Storms leave at least 150,000 without power across SE Michigan

Storms leave at least 150,000 without power across SE Michigan

Reports of trees being down have been coming in, following wind gusts of 60 to 70 miles per hour.

July 26, 2023 4:39pm EDT
Second round of strong storms expected Wednesday night

Second round of strong storms expected Wednesday night

Wednesday's thunderstorms are expected in impact everyone in Metro Detroit and we'll be tracking it all afternoon and evening.

July 26, 2023 3:16pm EDT
Thunderstorms pass through Southeast Michigan with chance for more severe weather

Thunderstorms pass through Southeast Michigan with chance for more severe weather

Severe thunderstorms are forecasted for Metro Detroit on Wednesday, with strong wind and hail being the main threats.

July 26, 2023 3:12pm EDT
Severe thunderstorm timeline: When rain, hail, strong winds arrive in Metro Detroit

Severe thunderstorm timeline: When rain, hail, strong winds arrive in Metro Detroit

Though Metro Detroit will be dry into the early afternoon, strong and persistent thunderstorms will stick around through the night. The greatest risks include hail, high winds, and flooding.

July 26, 2023 2:06pm EDT
GLWA advises 'extreme caution' ahead of severe weather, potential flooding

GLWA advises 'extreme caution' ahead of severe weather, potential flooding

With severe thunderstorms expected to dump heavy rain on Metro Detroit on Wednesday, the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) is advising people to prepare for flooding.

July 26, 2023 1:42pm EDT
Metro Detroit severe weather: High winds, large hail threats in Wednesday's forecast

Metro Detroit severe weather: High winds, large hail threats in Wednesday's forecast

The Storm Prediction Center has Metro Detroit in what's classified as an enhanced risk for severe weather Wednesday. Right now the primary threats are strong, gusty winds over 60 mph, another round of large hail, and even a chance for an isolated tornado.

July 25, 2023 1:08pm EDT
Man hospitalized from lightning strike in St. Clair County

Man hospitalized from lightning strike in St. Clair County

The St. Clair County Sheriff said a man who was out gathering firewood on Sunday was hospitalized after he was struck by lightning.

July 23, 2023 7:40pm EDT
Ecorse woman reeling after storm uproots trees that fell on her home

Ecorse woman reeling after storm uproots trees that fell on her home

Among the damage from the storm was something sentimental, the Ecorse woman said. A tree her mom planted 32 years ago was taken down by the falling debris.

July 21, 2023 6:18pm EDT
60,000+ DTE customers without power after Thursday's storms

60,000+ DTE customers without power after Thursday's storms

Thunderstorms and strong winds knocked out power for tens of thousands of DTE Energy customers Thursday.

July 21, 2023 8:37am EDT
Flooding closes Oakwood Boulevard under I-94, freeway exit

Flooding closes Oakwood Boulevard under I-94, freeway exit

The westbound I-94 exit ramp is closed to southbound Oakwood in Allen Park due to flooding.

July 21, 2023 6:45am EDT
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