Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued December 4 at 2:31AM EST until December 4 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 3, 2024 - 11:31pm
Expires:
December 4, 2024 - 7:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 9
inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph can result in whiteout
conditions due to blowing snow. Significant drifting snow is also
possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4
mile due to falling and blowing snow. 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. Areas of
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Area Description:
Emmet; Cheboygan; Central Chippewa; Southeast Chippewa; Eastern Mackinac; Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI