Winter Storm Warning Issued for Presque Isle County; Heavy Snow and High Winds Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Gaylord, MI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Presque Isle County. This warning is in effect until 2:00 AM EDT Saturday, March 14. Additionally, a Winter Storm Watch has been issued for the same area starting late Saturday night and continuing through Monday evening.

Affected Areas

This alert specifically affects Presque Isle County in Michigan.

What You Should Do

Travel is expected to be nearly impossible during the peak of the storm. If you must travel, the National Weather Service advises keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents should continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this evolving situation.

Expected Conditions

Winter Storm Warning (Current):

• Snowfall: Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches.
• Wind: Gusts as high as 40 mph.
• Visibility: May drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.
• Impacts: Hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Friday evening commute.

Winter Storm Watch (Late Saturday - Monday):

• Precipitation: Heavy mixed precipitation possible.
• Snowfall: Total accumulations could exceed one foot.
• Ice: Accumulations over a quarter of an inch are possible.
• Wind: Gusts as high as 40 mph.
• Impacts: Power outages and tree damage are likely due to ice accumulation. The Monday morning commute will likely be impacted.

Timeline

• Winter Storm Warning: Effective immediately through 2:00 AM EDT Saturday, March 14.
• Winter Storm Watch: Effective from late Saturday night through Monday evening.