Whitmer Expands Michigan Emergency as Flooding and Tornadoes Hammer State - WOWO News/Talk 92.3 FM and 1190 AM
By Brian Ford
Published on April 21, 2026.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has expanded the state of emergency following a significant storm system that produced multiple confirmed tornadoes and caused widespread flooding, heavy rainfall, and damage across the state. The expanded emergency is intended to support local governments in cleanup and recovery efforts. No fatalities have been reported, but assessments are ongoing to assess the damage.
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