Winter Storm Warning Issued for Dickinson and Menominee Counties Through Friday Afternoon

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of the Upper Peninsula. This alert indicates that severe winter weather conditions are occurring or imminent, posing a significant threat to travel and safety.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Dickinson and Menominee Counties in Michigan. Within these regions, the heaviest snow accumulations are expected to occur along and north of the US-2 corridor.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to take the following precautions:

• Travel Safety: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
• Visibility: Be prepared for significantly reduced visibility due to blowing snow.
• Power Outages: Prepare for the possibility of power outages due to heavy snow and wind gusts.
• Commute Planning: Anticipate hazardous conditions that will likely impact the Friday morning commute.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches are forecast.
• Wind: Winds are expected to gust as high as 40 mph.
• Visibility: Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility, making travel very difficult.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 10:00 PM CDT this evening, Thursday, March 12, until 1:00 PM CDT Friday, March 13. The most severe impacts on travel are expected during the Friday morning hours.