Winter Storm Warning Issued for Ontonagon, Baraga, and Southern Houghton Counties
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for portions of Upper Michigan, where heavy snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are expected to create hazardous travel conditions through Wednesday.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties in the Upper Peninsula. This alert indicates that severe winter weather conditions are likely and expected to impact the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the following geographic regions in Michigan:
- Ontonagon County
- Baraga County
- Southern Houghton County
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following safety measures:
- 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 weather conditions.
- Exercise extreme caution if commuting, as travel could be very difficult.
Expected Conditions
Heavy snow is forecast for the affected areas. Total snow accumulations are expected to reach between 5 and 8 inches. These hazardous conditions are specifically expected to impact the Wednesday morning commute, making road travel dangerous.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is scheduled to go into effect at 7:00 PM EDT this evening, Tuesday, March 10. The warning is currently set to expire at 2:00 PM EDT on Wednesday, March 11.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
Related Articles
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina
NOAA · April 6, 2026
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina
NOAA · April 6, 2026
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM
NOAA · April 6, 2026