What to know about the Livonia tornado and why there was no warning
Severe weather moved through Southeast Michigan Wednesday afternoon and evening, sparking severe thunderstorm warnings.
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Severe weather moved through Southeast Michigan Wednesday afternoon and evening, sparking severe thunderstorm warnings.
After Wednesday's cold front passed through, Thursday will feel more comfortable with mild temperatures and less humidity.
Showers and storms move into Michigan on Wednesday ahead of a cold front.
Hot temperatures will continue into Tuesday as temperatures soar into the 80s.
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Continuing high pressure over Michigan will keep Friday sunny and warm.
Dry weather continues as temps warm up and sunshine takes hold for the end of the week.
Showers and storms will continue into Wednesday morning, but that could be the last of it for a little while.
Tuesday will bring another round of showers and storms to the area.
Showers and storms could move in Friday night, and we could see more during Memorial Day weekend.
Friday will be another beautiful day with temperatures staying above average and sunshine sticking around.
A cold front passed through Wednesday night, leaving us with less wind and less humidity for Thursday.
A slight chance of severe storms today and tonight in southeast Michigan.
An Air Quality Advisory will go into effect on Saturday due to elevated ozone levels. The advisory is in effect for Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne counties.
Thursday's sunshine turns to showers and storms for Friday, but it sets us up for a nice looking weekend.