Tornadoes that tore through rural areas of Michigan have killed at least four people and injured more than a dozen others, authorities said.

The severe storms struck several communities, damaging homes, overturning vehicles and bringing down power lines across parts of the state. Emergency crews were sent to the hardest-hit areas as residents searched through debris left behind by the tornadoes.

Local officials said the storms caused significant structural damage, with multiple houses destroyed or heavily damaged. Several injured residents were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.

Weather experts said the tornadoes formed during a powerful storm system that moved across the Midwest, bringing strong winds and dangerous conditions. Authorities warned that additional severe weather could still affect parts of the region as recovery efforts continue in the impacted communities.