Battle Creek Safety Watch

Severe Weather Alert Calhoun County

Severe Weather Alert Calhoun County

Key Questions

What severe weather conditions are expected in Calhoun County?

Severe storms with damaging winds, hail, localized floods, and isolated tornadoes with EF2 potential are forecast through Tuesday evening. A renewed risk continues Tuesday before cooling arrives on Wednesday.

How many people are without power after the storms?

About 32,000 utility customers in Michigan remain without power following Monday's severe thunderstorms. Cleanup efforts are now underway across parts of Mid-Michigan.

What damage has been reported from the recent storms?

Severe thunderstorms have toppled trees, flipped small planes, and caused sporadic damage in the region. Power outages and localized impacts continue to affect residents.

Is there another storm risk on Tuesday?

Yes, another chance of severe weather is expected Tuesday with potential damaging winds. Thunderstorms will move through West Michigan from lunchtime through late afternoon.

What should Battle Creek residents know about the current alert?

A public safety alert is in effect for Battle Creek due to ongoing risks of tornadoes, flooding, and strong winds. Residents should stay informed as the situation remains developing.

Severe thunderstorms caused tree/pole damage, flipped planes in Lansing, building damage and 32K without power; Consumers Energy restoring power to majority ahead of renewed storms. EF2 tornado risk, damaging winds, hail, floods through Tuesday evening. Renewed risk Tuesday; cooling Wednesday. Public safety alert for Battle Creek residents.

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Updated May 20, 2026