High Wind — Wayne, Michigan

2018-05-04 · Wayne, Michigan

Wider weather episode

A strong low pressure system tracked through northern Lower Michigan, swinging a strong cold front through southeast Michigan early in the afternoon. Sustained winds ranging between 30 - 40 mph, with frequent gusts in the 45 to 60 mph range, with scattered thunderstorms that developed leading to enhanced winds near 70 MPH. Downed large trees, branches, telephone and power lines were reported across all counties in Southeast Michigan, with around 230,000 customers without power during the peak. In Independence Township, a large tree fell onto a car, killing the 36 year old man inside. Additionally, a postal employee in South Lyon was also seriously hurt when a tree fell on him as well. A semi was also blown over in the strong winds on US 23, blocking all southbound lanes.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 743635. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.