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State of Emergency Declared for 3 Michigan Areas After May Tornadoes, Severe Weather

On June 3, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a state of emergency for Baraga and Allegan counties as well as Lansing in response to the severe weather and tornadoes that struck these areas on May 15.
The declaration came after a severe storm system on May 15 that caused 11 tornadoes, strong winds, intense rainfall, and sudden flooding, leading to damage in several Michigan communities.
Allegan County was struck by a pair of EF-1 tornadoes along with straight-line winds reaching 95 mph, resulting in extensive damage across multiple communities. In Lansing, a tornado accompanied by strong winds caused significant harm to utility infrastructure, while Baraga County experienced severe flooding after receiving around four inches of rain.
Whitmer highlighted the importance of support from the state and additional external aid to adequately address and recover from the effects of this emergency, underscoring efforts to assist local recovery initiatives.
The declaration allows access to state resources and financial assistance to support response and recovery since local resources have been exhausted amid major infrastructure and service damage.

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