Michigan Emergency Preparedness
Based on 34 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Michigan.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Michigan
Severe Storm (10 declarations)
Low Flood (13 declarations)
Low Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low Tornado (6 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Michigan has had 34 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 13
Severe Storm 10
Tornado 6
Severe Ice Storm 1
Dam/Levee Break 1
Biological 1
Freezing 1
Snowstorm 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Winter Storm 2025-07-22
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2024-02-08
Severe Storms, Flooding, And Tornadoes 2021-07-15
Severe Storms And Flooding 2020-07-09
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-03-27
Preparedness Tips for Michigan
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed