A ground stop at Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus, Michigan, issued on Saturday, August 22, 2026, was lifted by 12:30 p.m. EDT, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The ground stop affected flights arriving from the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Northeast and Southeast regions of the United States, as well as from Toronto, Canada. The FAA temporarily paused departures and arrivals during late morning and early afternoon hours, causing flight delays at the airport.
Weather Conditions and Power Outages
The National Weather Service forecasted widespread showers and thunderstorms throughout Southeast Michigan during Saturday afternoon and evening as a cold front moved through the area. Isolated thunderstorms were
expected to reach severe intensity, with wind gusts approaching 60 mph. These conditions led to over 2,500 power outages in Southeast Michigan as of 3:10 p.m., reported by DTE Energy.
Local Impact in Plymouth
In Plymouth, Michigan, the intersection of Ann Arbor and Lilley roads was closed on Saturday afternoon due to a utility pole fire linked to the storm. Video footage obtained by CBS Detroit showed a transformer explosion in the area. The City of Plymouth advised motorists to seek alternate routes to avoid the closure and ongoing hazards.
