Oakland County, MI Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued in Oakland County – STAY INDOORS

Oakland County, MI – Residents across Oakland County are being urged to take shelter as the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning effective until 9:30 PM EDT. The alert comes amid fast-moving storm cells sweeping through southeast Michigan, bringing dangerous wind gusts, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. Hail up to 1 inch in diameter has already been reported in parts of Farmington Hills and Troy.

The storm system developed rapidly over Livingston County earlier this evening and moved into Oakland County just after 6:30 PM. Wind gusts topping 60 mph have already downed tree limbs and power lines, with DTE Energy reporting more than 12,000 customers currently without power.

Local emergency management officials urge residents to remain indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and prepare for possible outages. The storms may also trigger urban flooding in low-lying areas, particularly near storm drains and underpasses.

The warning includes key cities like Pontiac, Southfield, Novi, and Royal Oak. A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect until midnight. Officials are monitoring the situation closely and will issue additional alerts as needed.

Key Facts

• BREAKING: Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for all of Oakland County through 9:30 PM

• IMPACT: Over 12,000 homes without power, wind gusts over 60 mph

• OFFICIAL SOURCE: “This storm is packing dangerous winds and hail.” – NWS Detroit Office

• ACTION: Stay indoors, charge devices, and avoid flooded roadways

Hyperlocal Impact

1. Precise Location:
   Downtown Royal Oak (48067) – Near Main Street and 11 Mile Road

2. Community Connection:
   “We lost power, and branches are everywhere. It hit fast.”
   – Brenda Keller, owner of Keller’s Café on Main

Exclusive Angle

• WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
  This is the third major weather alert in Oakland County this month, following July’s earlier storm that caused widespread flooding in Ferndale. With already-saturated ground and weakened infrastructure, tonight’s system poses added risks for flash floods and falling debris.

Update Log

• 6:38 PM: NWS issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Oakland County

• 7:12 PM: Large tree limb downs power lines in Pontiac

• 7:45 PM: DTE reports 12,000+ customers without power across county

• 8:30 PM: Flash Flood Watch expanded to neighboring Macomb and Wayne counties