Severe Weather Disrupts Greater Detroit Area with Flooding and Power Outages
Unstable Weather to Continue This Week in Michigan as Heavy Rain and Fog Create Travel Hazards.
The Greater Detroit area in Michigan is experiencing unstable weather conditions this week following a powerful storm that triggered widespread flooding, power outages, and traffic disruptions.
Although the intensity of the storm has decreased, rain remains in the forecast through the end of the week. The National Weather Service reports a 20%–30% chance of thunderstorms on Tuesday, along with morning fog and reduced visibility in multiple cities.
A special weather advisory was issued, warning of dense morning fog and visibility dropping to half a mile or less in cities including Owosso, Flint, Howell, Pontiac, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Adrian, and Monroe.
Storms Over the Great Lakes and Record Rainfall
Weather forecasts also indicate potential disturbances over Lakes Erie, Huron, and St. Clair, where storms may form, accompanied by strong winds reaching 50 knots and heavy rainfall, moving southeast at 30 to 40 miles per hour. Thunderstorm chances will persist through Wednesday evening, with conditions expected to stabilize gradually by Thursday. Temperatures will remain moderate heading into the weekend.
The previous storm, which swept through the area on Monday, brought record-breaking rainfall—2.68 inches within just 2.5 hours at Detroit Metro Airport. Other cities, including St. Clair Shores, Romulus, and Ann Arbor, also recorded significant rainfall totals. The flooding caused road closures, traffic delays, and damage to numerous vehicles. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Authorities reopened most roads and essential infrastructure by Tuesday morning, though some residents still face power outages. Rainfall totals for July have already surpassed the monthly average, reaching 5.19 inches compared to the normal 3.51 inches, while the annual rainfall average remains consistent with previous years.
