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Grand Rapids, MI
Weather Forecast Office
Overview
Backbuilding and training thunderstorms with substantial rainfall rates resulted in localized flooding across Central Lower Michigan. Upwards of 3-4 inches fell across parts of Isabella, Mecosta, Newaygo, and Osceola Counties, resulting in substantial flooding in localized spots. Preliminary flooding damage estimates reported by County Emergency Management were up to $100K in Isabella County due primarily to road damage, and up to $1 Million in Big Rapids due to roads and infrastructure.
Photos & Video
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__ | Flooding impacts areas in and surrounding Big Rapids. If you come across a flooded street, do not drive through it! Turn around, don't drown! |
Video courtesy of Isabella County Emergency Management. | Video courtsey of Isabella County Emergency Management. | Video courtsey of Isabella County Emergency Management. |
Radar
Thunderstorms continued to backbuild and train across parts of Central Lower Michigan resulting in prolonged heavy downpours. Rainfall rates reached up to 3 inches per hour, with areas reporting up to 3-5 inches within 1-2 hours. |
Rain and Hail Reports
Several pockets of significant rainfall rates resulted in 1 hour rainfall totals up to 3-4 inches across Isabella, Mecosta, Newaygo and Oceana Counties.
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National Weather Service
Grand Rapids, MI
4899 Tim Dougherty Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512-4034
616-949-0643
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