Severe storms have caused widespread damage across the Midwest, prompting emergency declarations and highlighting the need for preparedness. Fueled by moist air and a strong jet stream, the storms unleashed hail, destructive winds exceeding 60 mph, and tornadoes, impacting areas from Texas to New York. Southeastern Michigan experienced up to 2.5 inches of rainfall, leading to flood watches in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Wisconsin was particularly hard hit, with record rainfall causing widespread flooding and prompting Governor Tony Evers to declare a state of emergency.