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Storm System Leaves Seven Dead and Over 210,000 Without Power in Michigan

The severe weather has moved eastward, but Michigan remains the hardest-hit state as restoration efforts continue after widespread damage.

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A broken tree rests in a yard after a storm in Howell, Michigan, Sunday, March 30, 2025.
A large limb rests atop a house Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the corner of Argyle and 183rd streets in Homewood after a strong storm swept through the area. Power outages associated with the storm were reported, including the entire Dolphin Lake Estates neighborhood. (Paul Eisenberg/Daily Southtown)

Overview

  • A powerful storm system swept across the central U.S., resulting in at least seven fatalities in Michigan, Indiana, and Oklahoma.
  • Michigan remains the hardest-hit state, with over 210,000 residents still without power as of April 1, 2025, due to ice accumulation and fallen trees.
  • Three family members in Michigan died when a tree struck their vehicle, while two fatalities in Indiana were caused by storm-related incidents.
  • The storm triggered over 70 tornado warnings and confirmed tornadoes in at least seven states, highlighting its intensity.
  • Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer activated the State Emergency Operations Center to coordinate ongoing recovery and restoration efforts.