"2023: A Year of Climate Extremes and Humanity's Struggle with Global Warming"
West Michigan experienced a year of extreme weather events in 2023, including a major ice storm in February that led to power outages, a record warm start to the year with minimal snowfall, severe thunderstorms, and multiple tornadoes. The summer brought drought conditions, significant wildfire smoke from Canadian fires, and a higher-than-average number of hot days. The year concluded with an unusually warm December, impacting traditional winter activities.