Kalamazoo, MI – A winter weather advisory has been issued for parts of western Michigan, with freezing rain expected to create hazardous travel conditions overnight.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, the advisory is in effect from 10 p.m. Wednesday to 9 a.m. Thursday for Calhoun, Jackson, Kalamazoo, and Van Buren counties. Forecasters predict a light glaze of ice, with some areas seeing up to five-hundredths of an inch of accumulation.
Roads and sidewalks could become slick, especially during the Thursday morning commute. Drivers are urged to slow down and use caution while traveling. Bridges, overpasses, and untreated surfaces will be particularly hazardous.
Temperatures are expected to hover around freezing, increasing the likelihood of icy conditions. Residents should prepare for possible delays and allow extra travel time Thursday morning.
Authorities recommend checking local road conditions before heading out and staying updated on weather alerts. The winter weather advisory comes as part of a broader pattern of mixed precipitation affecting the Great Lakes region.