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Severe Weather & Flooding
A collection of educational articles and resources to help families and communities deal with severe weather, power outages, localized flooding, food safety and related issues.
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Prepare yourself and family members for severe weather and other natural disasters
Published on April 10, 2012
Michigan is among the states most at risk for severe weather disasters, and residents are urged to prepare themselves, especially those with young children, pets and family members with disabilities, so they are ready when disaster strikes. -
When the sirens sound: Talking with children about severe weather
Published on June 7, 2013
Recently severe storms have rumbled across Michigan. These unpredictable storms, loud thunder and flashes of lightening can be scary to children! Take time when the skies are clear to talk with your children about severe weather. -
Are you prepared for flooding and other severe weather this spring?
Published on March 14, 2014
Learn action steps you can take now as we transition into spring, a season in Michigan when floods most typically occur. -
Nov 6
Be Food Safe and Ready for Emergencies-Severe Weather Events
November 6, 2020 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar
Learn how to maintain safe food during weather emergencies as well as planning for farm issues, financial distress, and becoming mindful when handling emergencies.
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Sep 4
Be Food Safe and Ready for Emergencies-Climate and Weather Smart Farming Practices
September 4, 2020 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar
Learn how to maintain safe food during weather emergencies as well as planning for farm issues, financial distress, and becoming mindful when handling emergencies.
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Cooler weather on the way
Published on April 12, 2011
Most parts of the state are up to four weeks behind in growing degree day accumulations and the cool forecast will likely increase that gap. -
How weather affects fall colors
Published on September 8, 2016
Weather factors, particularly temperature and moisture, can affect the display of fall colors across Michigan. -
Wooly worms and winter weather predictions
Published on October 17, 2011
Those crazy caterpillars are talking weather again. -
Spider mites benefiting from our hot dry weather
Published on July 27, 2007
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How much longer can cold, wet weather continue?
Published on April 20, 2011
An active jet stream indicates this weather will likely continue to the end of April. -
Winter weather impacts make manure storage monitoring critical
Published on February 15, 2019
Due to the cold harsh winter, recent heavy rains, and snow melt, livestock producers should keep a close watch on manure storage structures and pumping equipment. -
Weeds, wet weather and cutworms
Published on May 3, 2016
Armyworms and black cutworms have been trapped in East Lansing traps this week. Cutworm risk increases with weedy and wet fields. -
Local communities receive over $200,000 to fix weather damaged pipes and roads
Published on April 29, 2015
Severe winter weather prompted Michigan to declare a “State of Emergency”, and grant funding assisted local communities to make necessary infrastructure repairs. -
Severe chlorosis in pin oaks
Published on June 13, 2013
Yellowing in pin oaks is usually related to underlying soil issues. -
Severe Michigan winter could leave some diving ducks stranded on land
Published on February 10, 2014
MDNR asks for public help if they see confused ducks in towns and neighborhoods.
