Wind speeds ranging from 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph are expected to develop after 7 p.m. and continue until early Monday morning.

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Update, 5:35 p.m. — East Lansing is no longer under a severe thunderstorm warning.

The warning expired at about 5:17 p.m. after the involved storms moved from the area, according to the National Weather Service.

Wind speeds ranging from 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph are expected to develop after 7 p.m. and continue until early Monday morning.

East Lansing still is forecasted to remain under a tornado watch until 8 p.m.

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Update, 4:30 p.m. — A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Ingham County at 4:08 p.m. by the National Weather Service.

The storm was located near Tekonsha, Mich., and currently is moving east/northeast at 55 mph.

According to the National Weather Service, the storm is expected to bring wind gusts at 60 mph and hail the size of a penny.

East Lansing also remains under a tornado watch until 8 p.m.

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East Lansing is under high risk for dangerous weather this evening, with the possibility of tornadoes and hurricane-force winds from 5 to 6 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.

The National Weather Service said East Lansing could be hit with severe thunderstorms due to storms originating from Illinois with the potential to produce lasting 60 mph winds and tornadoes.

While the main threat currently is the damaging wind power, these storms could produce tornadoes, large hail, and flooding due to heavy downpours.

National Weather Service meteorologist Daniel Cobb said the worst of the storm should hit between 5 and 6 p.m., though conditions could become severe by 4 p.m. Severe weather should pass by 7 p.m., although gusty winds are expected throughout the night.

The weather conditions expected to hit the city have the potential to produce a tornado with 110 mph winds. These tornadoes have the potential to cause intense damage to structures, such as the destruction of roofs and the outer exteriors of buildings.

The storms also could cause scattered power outages and an increased difficulty driving, according to the National Weather Service website.

“The best advice we can give people is to just listen to the updates,” Cobb said. “Be on the website, tune in to your local stations and be prepared to take cover.”

If a tornado or funnel cloud is spotted, the National Weather Service advises individuals to take cover in the lowest floor of whatever building they are in, preferably a basement. In addition, stay within the interior rooms and avoid all windows.

Ingham County also is currently under a Flood Advisory near Sycamore Creek in Holt, Mich. Up to an inch of rainfall is expected and caution should be taken near riverbanks.