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Special Weather Statement
Issued: 11:18 AM Apr. 15, 2026 – National Weather Service
Patches of dense fog will linger across much of northern Michigan
through this morning, especially across areas near bodies of water
and recent rainfall. Visibilities of 1/4 mile or less are being
observed. Given quick drops in visibility, be sure to take the
proper precautions while driving this morning.

Flash Flood Watch
Issued: 9:11 AM Apr. 15, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR AREAS DOWNSTREAM OF THE BELLAIRE DAM ON THE
INTERMEDIATE RIVER REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Potential flash flooding caused by high flows from the
Bellaire Dam.

* WHERE...Bellaire, Michigan in Antrim county, downstream of the
Bellaire Dam.

* WHEN...Through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Increased flows from the Bellaire Dam may result in
flash flooding of low-lying areas below the dam. Flooding may
occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Dam safety experts with state and local emergency services are
monitoring the dam and will issue a public statement as conditions
warrant. PLAN NOW so you will know what to do in an emergency. Keep
informed by listening to local radio and television for statements
and possible warnings. Follow the advice of public safety officials.

&&

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan, including the
following county, Antrim.

* WHEN...Through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.

&&

Flood Watch
Issued: 9:11 AM Apr. 15, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR AREAS DOWNSTREAM OF THE BELLAIRE DAM ON THE
INTERMEDIATE RIVER REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Potential flash flooding caused by high flows from the
Bellaire Dam.

* WHERE...Bellaire, Michigan in Antrim county, downstream of the
Bellaire Dam.

* WHEN...Through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Increased flows from the Bellaire Dam may result in
flash flooding of low-lying areas below the dam. Flooding may
occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Dam safety experts with state and local emergency services are
monitoring the dam and will issue a public statement as conditions
warrant. PLAN NOW so you will know what to do in an emergency. Keep
informed by listening to local radio and television for statements
and possible warnings. Follow the advice of public safety officials.

&&

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan, including the
following county, Antrim.

* WHEN...Through late Thursday night.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.

&&

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