Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 1:48PM EDT until March 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 10:48am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between
3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Monday evening and Tuesday morning
commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle.
A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel
extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your
vehicle.
Area Description:
Western Chippewa; Central Chippewa; Southeast Chippewa; Western Mackinac; Eastern Mackinac; Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island; Beaver Island and surrounding islands
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI
Sender: