LANSING, Mich. (WJMN/WBUP) — Four people were killed and twelve others were injured after a devastating tornado swept through parts of southwest Michigan on Friday.
The National Weather Service confirmed on Saturday that an EF3 tornado with estimated winds of at least 150 mph went through Union City in Branch County. Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency for Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph counties.
“This morning, I’ve declared a state of emergency for Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph counties. This state of emergency declaration will ensure that every state resource is available to assist in recovery efforts from the devastating tornadoes on Friday,” said Governor Whitmer. “Our entire state is wrapping its arms around Three Rivers, Union City, Edwardsburg, and everywhere in between. Our hearts are with the families who lost loved ones and the Michiganders who were injured. I will be joining the Michigan State Police today to tour the impacted areas and assess the damage. We will get through this together.”…