Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued December 3 at 2:51PM EST until December 5 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 3, 2024 - 11:51am
Expires:
December 3, 2024 - 9:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and
13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Blowing and drifting
snow will be likely.
* WHERE...Beaver Island...Charlevoix..Leelanau.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. The strong winds and weight of
snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic
power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible.
Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and
evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Area Description:
Leelanau; Beaver Island and surrounding islands; Charlevoix
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI