Delta County, MI – Residents across Delta County should prepare for hazardous winter conditions tonight as a Winter Storm Warning takes effect, bringing heavy snow and dangerous travel across the Escanaba and Gladstone areas.
According to the National Weather Service office in Marquette, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 7 p.m. Sunday evening through 4 a.m. Monday. Forecasters say 5 to 7 inches of snow is expected during that time, with snowfall rates potentially reaching 1 to 3 inches per hour at peak intensity.
The storm is expected to significantly impact travel conditions overnight. Visibility could drop to one-quarter mile or less, especially during heavier snow bands, making driving difficult to nearly impossible on untreated roads. Commuters, overnight workers, and emergency responders may all face delays.
Cities included in the warning area include Escanaba and Gladstone, along with surrounding portions of Delta County in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The region falls within the Marquette National Weather Service forecast area.
Officials urge residents to avoid unnecessary travel during the warning period. If travel is unavoidable, drivers are advised to allow extra time, reduce speed, and keep emergency supplies in their vehicles. The National Weather Service recommends carrying a flashlight, food, water, and other essentials in case of vehicle trouble or power outages.
Snow-covered roads, poor visibility, and rapidly changing conditions could persist into the early morning hours Monday before gradually improving after the storm system moves east.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local forecasts and road conditions throughout the night and report hazardous conditions to local authorities if needed.
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