What to Know About Michigan’s Statewide Tornado Drill 2026

Michigan weather is wild, and we always need to be prepared for inclement weather on the way. That's why the state of Michigan, in conjunction with the Michigan State Police, will be holding a statewide tornado drill in March.

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According to the State of Michigan, Severe Weather Awareness Week takes place March 15-21, and as part of that, the entire state (at least those municipalities and counties that choose to) will take part in a statewide tornado drill.

The drill will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 1 p.m.

What Happens During Michigan's Statewide Tornado Drill?

Counties and communities that choose to participate will sound their tornado sirens on March 18 at 1 p.m. State authorities also hope that this drill will,

use this as an opportunity to discuss severe weather threats and what to do when severe weather hits.

The state says that families should have a plan, know where they will go in cases of severe weather, know what to do, how they will communicate, and be aware of all of the alert systems in their area.

There are resources available for families to put all of those things in motion on the State of Michigan's website.

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Source: Statewide Tornado Drill Coming to Michigan In March

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