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Storms produce golf ball-sized hail ahead of warmer weekend in Metro Detroit
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· June 26, 2026
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Key takeaway Clair County, specifically in Capac and Emmett, golf ball-sized hail was reported.
Severe weather affected parts of Southeast Michigan on Thursday, with storms producing varying sizes of hail. In St. Clair County, specifically in Capac and Emmett, golf ball-sized hail was reported.
Other areas experienced smaller hail, with quarter-sized hail being reported. Metro Detroit was largely spared from the strongest storms, but some areas did experience severe weather. Further details on the storms and their impact are available from local news sources, including storm reports from Thursday afternoon and evening.
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Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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