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Here is the latest information on the expected Severe Weather later today into tonight.   (NWS)

Three Rivers – Friday, March 6, 2026 Rating: EF2 Estimated Peak Wind: 130 mph Path Length /statute/: 10.75 miles Path Width /maximum/: 450 yards Fatalities: 0 Injuries: 10   Start Date: 03/06/2026 Start Time: 03:49 PM EST Start Location: 3 SW Three Rivers / St. Joseph County / MI Start Lat/Lon: 41.9243 / -85.6774 End Date: 03/09/2026 End Time: 04:07 …

Three Rivers Police Department first responders have shifted their efforts from search and rescue to restoration and cleanup. Municipal leaders said the city’s compost site is open for dropping off tree limbs and brush. Meanwhile, the city has set up industrial-sized Dumpsters throughout town for the benefit of residents who are in need of a disposal option. Dumpsters provided by …

Three Rivers city officials are organizing a volunteer cleanup effort a Scidmore Park today. High-priority jobs include raking and trash pick up. Gloves and trash bags will be provided; potential volunteers are asked to bring their own rakes, if possible. Work will take place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers are asked to sign in at the barn.

St. Joseph County United Way is appealing to the public for monetary donations to help with recovery efforts associated with last week’s tornado. Agency officials said a PayPal link is available as well as a QR code for a safe and easy way to donate. Donations have helped the United Way purchase and provide bottled water, toiletries, bleach, hair ties, …

Indiana Michigan Power issued a media release late Sunday, providing an update on its power-restoration efforts. Company officials said they originally thought full restoration to Three Rivers and the surrounding area would be in effect by 4 p.m. Sunday. Crews, however, faced complications centering on not able to gain access to key locations due to downed trees or other obstructions. …

Cass County Sheriff Clint Roach is urging homeowners to use caution in order to avoid getting scammed. In light of last week’s tornado damage, Roach suggested being wary of unfamiliar companies or contractors; watching out for individuals who are pushy, demand money upfront or insist on giving an immediate quote for repairs; referring all contractors to the company representing your …

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared states of emergency in Cass, St. Joseph and Branch counties stemming from Friday’s tornado activity. Whitmer Sunday morning surveyed portions of the three counties from overhead. Accompanied by Michigan State Police, Whitmer was provided a closer look at the destruction caused by what is now being identified as at least four tornadoes that caused extensive …

St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department asks that potential volunteers wishing to lend a hand to cleanup efforts in Three Rivers register through the St. Joseph County United Way. Registered volunteers cleared through the agency will meet at 143 W. Michigan Ave., but must first call ahead to register. The United Way’s number is 467-9099. Agency director Kelly Hostetler is the …

The National Weather Service has issued a preliminary rating to three of four tornadoes that touched down Friday in Cass, St. Joseph and Branch counties. The Cass County tornado, which severely impacted Edwardsburg and portions of Cassopolis, is still being reviewed. The St. Joseph County tornado has been assigned an EF2 rating, meaning wind speeds were between 111 and 135 …