Blizzard Warning Issued for Mackinac Island and Southeast Chippewa County Through Tuesday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Gaylord, MI, has issued a Blizzard Warning for portions of Northern Michigan. The alert remains in effect as significant winter weather conditions move through the region.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic locations:

• Southeast Chippewa County
• Mackinac Island and Bois Blanc Island
• Beaver Island and surrounding islands

What You Should Do

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

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect blizzard conditions characterized by:

• Snow and Sleet: Accumulations between 10 and 15 inches, with locally higher amounts possible.
• Ice: Accumulations up to three-tenths of an inch.
• Wind: Gusts as high as 40 mph.
• Visibility: Widespread blowing snow is expected to significantly reduce visibility, making travel nearly impossible.

Impacts include likely power outages and tree damage due to ice accumulation.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 8:00 AM EDT on Tuesday, March 17. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Monday morning and Monday evening commutes.