Winter Storm Warning Issued for Keweenaw and Northern Houghton Counties

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Keweenaw Peninsula and Northern Houghton County. This alert indicates that severe winter weather conditions are likely and could pose a significant threat to travel and safety.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Keweenaw and Northern Houghton Counties in Michigan.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous travel and potential power outages. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Ensure you are prepared for possible utility disruptions due to strong winds and heavy snow.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is expected throughout the region, with total accumulations between 8 and 12 inches. Higher terrain in the Keweenaw could see amounts reaching up to 17 inches. In addition to the snowfall, winds are forecast to gust as high as 50 mph. These conditions will lead to widespread blowing snow, significantly reducing visibility and making travel very difficult. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Friday morning commute, and gusty winds may bring down tree branches. Isolated power outages are possible due to the combination of heavy snow and strong winds.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 8:00 PM EDT this evening, March 12, until 2:00 PM EDT Friday, March 13.