Several tornadoes confirmed across multiple U.S. states
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United States: Multiple tornadoes touched down this week across several states. On Tuesday evening in West Michigan two tornadoes were confirmed by the National Weather Service, including one near Otsego around midnight and another near Carson City; earlier, an EF-1 struck near Machias on March 31 and the NWS confirmed an EF-0 in Machias on Wednesday, while a weekend storm produced a tornado near Bear Lake Summit in northern Utah.
Those events produced structural damage, downed power lines, livestock losses and widespread outages; Consumers Energy dispatched hundreds of crews in Michigan and first responders worked to secure loose cattle overnight. This week Wisconsin officials canceled statewide tornado drills scheduled for April 16 to prioritize active recovery, and the NWS completed damage surveys to assign EF ratings and guide local response.
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Timeline
- 1. March 31: NWS reported an EF-1 tornado hit near Machias, New York.
- 2. Saturday (week prior): A tornado touched down near Bear Lake Summit in northern Utah; officials conducted follow-up surveys.
- 3. Tuesday evening (this week): A line of storms produced two tornadoes in West Michigan, causing heavy rain, hail, and outages.
- 4. Wednesday (this week): NWS confirmed an EF-0 tornado in Machias at 8:13 p.m.; path and wind estimates published.
- 5. April 2026: ReadyWisconsin and state emergency management canceled statewide tornado drills scheduled for April 16 to prioritize ongoing response and recovery.
Why it matters
Tornadoes can cause serious damage and disrupt daily life. They can knock out power, damage homes, and even harm livestock. If you live in a tornado-prone area, it's crucial to have a safety plan. Check your emergency supplies and review your family's emergency plan today.
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