Ice Storm Warning Issued for Northern Lower Michigan Through Monday Morning
An Ice Storm Warning is in effect for Northern Lower Michigan, with significant icing and wind gusts up to 40 mph expected to cause power outages and impossible travel conditions.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Gaylord, MI, has issued an Ice Storm Warning for portions of Northern Lower Michigan. This alert indicates that significant icing is likely and poses an extreme threat to the region.
Affected Areas
The warning covers several counties in Northern Lower Michigan, including:
- Cheboygan
- Presque Isle
- Leelanau
- Antrim
- Otsego
- Charlevoix
What You Should Do
Travel is strongly discouraged by the National Weather Service. If travel is absolutely necessary, residents should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in their vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents should also prepare for the high likelihood of power outages and potential tree damage.
Expected Conditions
- Ice Accumulation: Between two-tenths and one-half of an inch.
- Snow and Sleet: Additional accumulations of up to two inches.
- Wind: Gusts as high as 40 mph.
- Impacts: Significant icing and gusty winds are expected to cause power outages and tree damage. Travel could become impossible, and the hazardous conditions are expected to severely impact the Monday morning commute.
Timeline
The Ice Storm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 8:00 AM EDT on Monday, March 16.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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