According to the National Weather Service and the NWS Storm Prediction Center, there is a significant chance of severe weather over the course of Saturday afternoon and evening throughout the state of Michigan.

As of 3:56 A.M. Saturday morning, a flood watch was initiated until 6:00 A.M. Sunday morning in portions of central and west central Michigan, including Clare, Gratiot, Isabella, Lake, Mason, Mecosta, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, and Osceola counties. This includes the cities of Alma, Baldwin, Big Rapids, Clare, Fremont, Greenville, Hart, Ludington, Mount Pleasant, Muskegon, and Reed City.

Torrential rainfall is possible with any of the storms that develop, leading to a flooding threat north of M-46. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

The Storm Prediction Center has also placed a level two "slight risk" for central and southern portions of the lower peninsula. Heat indices will rise into the mid 90's this afternoon, creating the possibility of strong to severe thunderstorms with strong wind gusts as the main threat. A tornado risk will also be present mainly between areas as south as Lansing and north as Cadillac.

Please be alert of changing weather conditions and monitor later forecasts and be alert for additional warnings and updates. Tune in to NewsRadio WBRN for up-to-date WeatherEye forecasts on 1460 AM, 96.5 and 107.7 FM, WBRN.com, and the WBRN mobile app.