Grand Rapids, Mich. – Drivers in western Michigan should prepare for hazardous travel Tuesday as thunderstorms bring heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds. Stronger cells could produce hail up to three-quarters of an inch and wind gusts above 45 mph, making roadways like I-96 dangerous during the evening commute. Residents are urged to monitor conditions and avoid non-essential travel during peak storm hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, storms are most likely between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tuesday. While widespread flooding is not expected, locally heavy downpours may cause ponding on roads, and reduced visibility could slow traffic. Spotter activation is not required, but the public is encouraged to report severe conditions.
The broader impact stretches across counties from Muskegon and Ottawa east into Kent, Ionia, and Jackson. School activities and after-work commutes may face delays as the unsettled pattern lingers. Additional storms remain possible Wednesday, keeping outdoor events at risk of weather disruption…