Thunderstorms, Strong Winds, Hail Predicted

The Gaylord office of the National Weather Service is predicting thunderstorms, strong winds, with gusts over to 70 miles per hour, plus hail over an inch in diameter. There's also the possibility of isolated tornadoes.

The storms are predicted to impact northwest Michigan from 5-7pm today, including Manistee, Bear Lake and Arcadia. Areas east of I-75 are predicted to see severe weather through 10pm. A wind advisory is in effect and will last through tomorrow.

Severe Weather Briefing from the National Weather Service (automatically updates about once an hour):

Radar, watches/warnings and specific information from the National Weather Service here (or visit http://www.crh.noaa.gov/apx/).