Multi-day bomb-cyclone & severe weather: Grand R crests 15.4ft Comstock Wed, Abrigador/Riverside floods, Amtrak disrupted, freeze warning & Awareness Week
Key Questions
What is the expected crest height for the Grand River at Comstock Park?
The Grand River at Comstock Park is currently at 13.6 feet and expected to crest at 15.4 feet, reaching a moderate flood stage on Wednesday morning. Downtown areas may see cresting midday. Flood warnings are issued for Kent and Ottawa counties along the river.
Has the train track washout in Coloma been repaired?
Yes, the washed-out section of train tracks in Coloma has been repaired after heavy rain. However, Amtrak service from Grand Rapids to Chicago remains canceled with bus substitutions in place.
Are there any freeze warnings in effect?
The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for Tuesday through Wednesday due to arctic lows causing slick roads. Conditions are expected to warm up on Wednesday with light showers Thursday and Friday.
What areas are experiencing flooding?
Flooding is affecting Grand River at Comstock Park, Thornapple River, Ottawa Robinson Township, northern Indiana, southern Michigan, and northwest Ohio after heavy rainfall. Weekend rains have pushed Michigan rivers up, sparking flood warnings.
When is Severe Weather Awareness Week?
Severe Weather Awareness Week is April 13-17, with a statewide tornado drill on Thursday, April 16. It focuses on understanding weather terms and reactions to save lives.
What is the weather forecast for the next few days?
Chilly conditions with breezy winds and possible isolated showers persist Tuesday, warming up Wednesday before light showers return Thursday and Friday. High pressure moves east tonight with clear skies for most areas.
Are there any road issues due to weather?
US-131 saw crashes including a tanker incident amid severe weather. Freeze warnings may cause slick roads Tuesday-Wednesday; drivers should exercise caution.
What caused the recent flooding in West Michigan?
A multi-day bomb cyclone and heavy weekend rainfall led to swollen rivers like the Grand River approaching major flood stages in some areas. Flood warnings cover multiple West Michigan rivers.
Grand R Comstock Park 14.9ft cresting 15.4ft moderate Wed AM downtown midday, Abrigador Trail overflows/paddling, Riverside Park lots flooded, Thornapple/Ottawa Robinson Twp; Berrien Coloma CSX repaired but Amtrak GR-Chicago canceled/bus subs; US-131 tanker; NWS freeze warning Tue-Wed slick roads, warming Wed 50s-60s light showers Thu/Fri dry sunny weekend 70s; Grandville/Severe Weather Awareness Week Apr13-17 tornado drill Thu.