Winter Storm Watch 12/03/2024 18:57 for Michigan areas

Headline: 
Winter Storm Watch issued December 3 at 9:57PM EST until December 6 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event: 
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
December 3, 2024 - 6:57pm
Expires: 
December 4, 2024 - 3:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Michigan. * WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...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. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction: 
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.
Area Description: 
Mason; Lake; Oceana; Newaygo; Muskegon; Ottawa; Kent; Allegan; Barry; Van Buren; Kalamazoo
Forcast Office: 
NWS Grand Rapids MI