Why Michigan is emerging as one of America’s worst-hit climate states

The Guardian Environment Monday 25 May 2026, 11:00 UTC By Stephen Starr in Ann Arbor, Michigan 1 min read

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Michigan is increasingly being identified as one of America's most severely affected states by climate change. Last year, the state experienced 33 tornadoes alongside severe flooding, with researchers confirming links to changing climate patterns. One notable incident involved a tornado in west Ann Arbor that caused significant damage to local property.

The state saw 33 tornadoes last year and severe flooding as researchers say links to climate change are undeniable

The tornado hit west Ann Arbor at 1.45am on 15 April, passing through Veterans Memorial park, where it knocked several mature oak trees and ripped up baseball field fences before setting its sights on a local ice rink.

“It came up through the parking lot and, in that time, the pressure differential between the tornado and the air inside the rink collapsed the wall,” said Scott Spooner, a manager at Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation.

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