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A bright fireball lit up the Metro Detroit area around 9:30 p.m., with sightings reported from Oakland County to western Michigan. Some residents heard loud booms and felt shaking, but there is no confirmed information yet on where or if it landed. Viewers are encouraged to send photos or videos to FOX 2 for possible airing.
Forecasters expect snow showers, gusty winds, and cold temperatures across Metro Detroit on Sunday, potentially making roads slick and prompting residents to bundle up.
The first babies of 2026 in Metro Detroit were born just after midnight on January 1st across five hospitals, with each newborn and their families doing well.
A 4Warn Weather Alert has been issued for Metro Detroit from Thursday night to Friday morning due to expected rain turning to snow and a sharp drop in temperatures, which could cause icy road conditions and hazardous travel. The forecast includes scattered showers, strong winds, a potential flash freeze, and light snow accumulation, emphasizing caution for commuters.
Metro Detroit is expected to experience up to 3 inches of snow this week, with heavier snowfall and snow squalls possible due to lake-effect snow. A 4Warn Weather Alert has been issued for Wednesday evening into Thursday morning, with gusty winds up to 40 mph and wind chills dropping below zero. The snow is expected to start Wednesday morning, intensify in the evening, and potentially affect the Thursday morning commute. Power outages are possible due to high winds, and temperatures will remain frigid through Friday morning.
A winter storm is expected to bring snow to Southeast Michigan over the next 48 hours, with the heaviest snowfall likely occurring from Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Snow flurries may begin early Wednesday, with light accumulation possible in the Thumb region. Snow chances increase Wednesday afternoon, potentially mixing with rain, leading to a wet snow event. The heaviest snow is expected overnight Wednesday into Thursday, with 1-2 inches of accumulation and strong winds causing blowing snow and reduced visibility. Temperatures will feel significantly colder due to wind chills.
Voter turnout at Metro Detroit polling locations, particularly at the Butcher Educational Center in Warren, is steady but not as busy as in the 2020 presidential election, due to high early voting numbers. Voters and poll workers express excitement and positivity about participating in the election, with the location being monitored by the Department of Justice for voting rights compliance. The polls are set to close at 8 p.m. local time.
A 2-year-old was killed and his mother critically injured when a tree fell on their home in Livonia, Michigan, during severe weather that included an EF-1 tornado. A 2-month-old in the home was unharmed. The storm also caused significant damage in the area, including the collapse of a gas station canopy in Farmington Hills, injuring one person. Livonia officials are assessing the damage and have asked residents to report downed trees.
Metro Detroit is expected to experience evening thunderstorms on Sunday, with a 70% chance of precipitation, potentially including heavy downpours, small hail, lightning, and wind gusts up to 40 mph. A small craft advisory and beach hazards are in effect for western Lake Erie and Monroe County shoreline. Memorial Day morning may start wet with a 70% chance of rain and temperatures in the low 70s.
Metro Detroit is expected to experience showers and thunderstorms starting Friday night and continuing through Memorial Day weekend. Saturday will see highs in the upper 70s to low 80s with decreasing clouds in the afternoon. Sunday will have partly cloudy skies with possible strong storms in the afternoon. Memorial Day will feature isolated showers with highs in the lower 70s. The wet weather may persist into the following week.
Certain trees in Metro Detroit are releasing high levels of pollen, triggering allergy symptoms for many people. The warmer winter has caused plants to fertilize earlier and release pollen sooner than usual. Experts advise those with spring allergies to start their medications early, avoid opening windows, change clothes and shower after spending time outside, and consider visiting an allergist if symptoms persist.
Temperatures in Metro Detroit are set to surge 15 to 20 degrees above normal, reaching the mid 70s on Sunday, following overnight rain. Monday will bring more sunshine with temperatures in the upper 60s to 70 degrees, while Tuesday and Wednesday may see rain and possible thunderstorms. The second half of the week will gradually cool, with highs in the lower to mid 60s on Thursday and lower to mid 50s on Friday and Saturday.
A winter weather advisory is in effect for Southeast Michigan, with accumulating snow expected throughout the day. The Thumb to M-59 area could see upwards of 4 inches of snow, while M-59 to I-94 may expect 1-3 inches. The I-94 corridor and south could see 1-2 inches near I-94 and less than an inch closer to the state line. Breezy conditions are expected on Saturday, with warmer temperatures and rain showers returning early next week. Nationally, back-to-back storm systems will bring snow to the northern Plains and upper Midwest, with winter storm warnings in effect for the Northeast.
A spring storm is expected to bring several inches of snow to Michigan, including Metro Detroit, on Friday, impacting the morning and evening commutes. Accumulations of 1-2 inches are likely in the Metro area, with greater amounts possible north of M-59. West Michigan may see snow totals exceeding 4 inches near and north of I-96, while Northern Lower Michigan and the Upper Peninsula could also experience hazardous driving conditions due to snow.
Metro Detroit is set to experience a significant temperature drop, with highs in the upper 30s on Thursday and snow expected on Friday, prompting a 4Warn Weather Alert. The snow is forecasted to arrive in the mid to late-morning hours and continue until about 10 p.m., with higher amounts expected north of M-59 and into the thumb region. Wind chills will also be in the single digits, marking a stark contrast to the recent warm weather.