Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 21 at 11:07AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 21, 2026 - 8:07am
Expires:
March 21, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
A wet, slushy snow is set to fall this afternoon into the evening
across eastern upper Michigan. Reductions in visibility will be
possible during periods of heavier snow, and roads may become
slushy / slippery. A general 1 to 3 inches of snowfall is
anticipated through sunset, heaviest toward the M-28 corridor and
points north, including Sault Ste. Marie. In the wake of this
snowfall, drizzly precipitation is set to linger through the
evening into tonight. With temperatures hovering right around 32,
a glaze of ice is possible on top of the snow that falls. While
hazardous travel is not anticipated to prevail, wintry driving
conditions will be possible this afternoon through tonight across
eastern upper Michigan, including the Mackinac Bridge. Be
cognizant of road conditions and give yourself some extra distance
between yourself and the vehicle in front of you.
Area Description:
Western Chippewa; Central Chippewa; Southeast Chippewa; Western Mackinac; Eastern Mackinac; Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI
Sender: