Scorching Heat and Severe Storms To Loom Over Southeast Michigan This Week 8/25

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Thunderstorms and Dangerous Heat Forecasted for the Week Ahead

Byline: Detroit — Issued by the National Weather Service at 3:29 AM EDT on Sunday, August 25, 2024.

DETROIT – Residents of Southeast Michigan should prepare for a week of extreme weather conditions. According to a National Weather Service report issued early Sunday morning, isolated thunderstorms are expected today, with possible severe weather impacts, followed by a significant heat wave early in the week.

Storms Possible Today

The National Weather Service has indicated that isolated thunderstorms could form south of I-96/I-696 during the morning hours today. Although these storms are not expected to reach severe intensity, a slight chance (20%) remains that stronger storms could develop later in the day. These storms may produce wind gusts up to 60 mph and small hail if conditions deteriorate.

Blistering Heat to Hit Monday and Tuesday

Following today's storm chances, the region will experience a surge in heat and humidity. The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures reaching the lower 90s on Monday and possibly climbing to the mid 90s by Tuesday. The combination of heat and humidity is expected to push heat indices into the mid 90s to near 100 degrees, with conditions being the most dangerous by Tuesday afternoon.

Heat-related alerts may be issued to warn residents of the potentially hazardous conditions. Heat headlines could be enacted as early as Monday, with the sweltering heat wave continuing into Tuesday.

Uncertain Mid-Week Storms

Thunderstorms may return as early as Tuesday and Wednesday, although there is currently considerable uncertainty regarding the timing and intensity of these potential storms. However, the threat remains, and residents should stay vigilant throughout the week.

Further chances for thunderstorms are also expected on Friday, adding to the unpredictability of the week’s weather.

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