East to west oriented MLCAPE axis of 1000 to 2000 J/KG existed across far southern Lower Michigan and far northern Indiana. Effective shear was maximized across northwestern Indiana but did lower somewhat with southward extent. A line of thunderstorms moved across southern Lake Michigan into northwestern Indiana. Additional storms developed further south along theta-e axis. Result was damaging wind gusts, a few which were significant with reports of trees, tree limbs and power lines down in several areas. Localized flooding occurred in some areas, mainly those prone to high water.

Thunderstorm Wind in KOSCIUSKO, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 21:10:00 to 02-MAY-18 21:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: REDMOND PARK
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

An off duty NWS meteorologist observed a large tree, roughly 10 to 15 inches in diameter was snapped and laid onto County Road E 1100 N.

Thunderstorm Wind in KOSCIUSKO, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 21:10:00 to 02-MAY-18 21:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: REDMOND PARK
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

An off duty NWS meteorologist observed several tree limbs, roughly 6 to 8 inches in diameter were snapped along County Road E 1100 N.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 18:56:00 to 02-MAY-18 18:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: (SBN)MICHIANA ARPT S
Magnitude: 63.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

The automated surface observation system at the South Bend Regional Airport recorded a 63 knot gust.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 19:15:00 to 02-MAY-18 19:16:00 (EST-5)
Location: ELKHART
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public estimated wind gusts to 60 mph as well as dime size hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 19:00:00 to 02-MAY-18 19:01:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BEND
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported trees uprooted and large branches snapped.

Thunderstorm Wind in LA PORTE, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 18:10:00 to 02-MAY-18 18:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: WILDERS
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a tree of unknown size down onto a local roadway.

Thunderstorm Wind in STARKE, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 18:10:00 to 02-MAY-18 18:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOMAX
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported 10 to 15 inch diameter trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 19:20:00 to 02-MAY-18 19:21:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRISTOL
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The pubic reported numerous tree limbs were snapped.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 19:23:00 to 02-MAY-18 19:24:00 (EST-5)
Location: MISHAWAKA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement officials reported power lines down in the city from the wind and falling trees.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-18 19:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: SIMONTON LAKE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Local media reported trees and tree limbs were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-18 19:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: ST JOSEPH RES
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Several power poles were blown down near Martin's Supermarket.

Thunderstorm Wind in ST. JOSEPH, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 19:31:00 to 02-MAY-18 19:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: GLENWOOD
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported several trees and tree branches down.

Thunderstorm Wind in ELKHART, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 19:36:00 to 02-MAY-18 19:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: SIMONTON LAKE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Local media reported at least five trees were blown down, some impacting fences and structures. At least one home had a large tree fall onto the roof, causing extensive damage. No damage estimate is available.

Thunderstorm Wind in KOSCIUSKO, INDIANA
From 02-MAY-18 21:09:00 to 02-MAY-18 21:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: WINONA LAKE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Two large trees were snapped on the northwest side of Warsaw. Several smaller limbs also down in the area.