Blizzard Warning Issued for Delta County: Up to 3 Feet of Snow and 50 MPH Gusts Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a Blizzard Warning for Delta County. This alert is in effect from 5:00 AM EDT Sunday, March 15, until 8:00 AM EDT Tuesday, March 17.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Delta County in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

What You Should Do

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe and visible to rescuers.

Expected Conditions

Residents should prepare for extreme winter weather, including:

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 2 and 3 feet.
• Snowfall Rates: Heavy snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour are expected for much of the day Sunday.
• Wind Speeds: Wind gusts as high as 50 mph.
• Visibility: Widespread blowing snow and heavy snowfall will significantly reduce visibility.
• Infrastructure: Gusty winds may bring down tree branches and result in power outages.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning begins at 5:00 AM EDT Sunday. Heavy snowfall will be most intense throughout Sunday, with the strongest winds expected to occur from late Sunday afternoon into Monday. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 8:00 AM EDT Tuesday.