Winter Storm Warning Issued for Alger, Luce, and Northern Schoolcraft Counties

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties in the Upper Peninsula. The warning is officially in effect from 7:00 PM EDT this evening through 8:00 PM EDT Wednesday.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in Michigan:

• Alger County
• Luce County
• Northern Schoolcraft County

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following safety precautions:

• If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
• Prepare for possible power outages due to heavy snow and wind gusts.
• Exercise extreme caution during commutes, as travel could be very difficult.

Expected Conditions

According to the NWS, the following conditions are anticipated during this weather event:

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches are expected.
• Wind Speeds: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 35 mph.
• Visibility: Patchy blowing snow is expected on Wednesday, especially near the lakeshore.
• Impacts: Hazardous conditions will impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning begins at 7:00 PM EDT on Tuesday, March 10. While a lull in snowfall may occur late tonight into early Wednesday morning, snow is expected to become heavier again during the morning hours on Wednesday. The warning is currently set to expire at 8:00 PM EDT on Wednesday, March 11.