Marquette, MI – An intense ice storm is set to hammer Marquette and nearby Baraga County starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, threatening travel, power lines, and safety through Sunday evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, the Ice Storm Warning remains in effect until 8 p.m. Sunday. Officials urge residents to avoid travel, especially along US-41, where ice and wind may bring down trees and power lines. Total snow could reach 5 inches, with ice accumulations up to a quarter inch making conditions treacherous.
Freezing rain will begin early Saturday and could last into Sunday afternoon. The wintry mix will increase the risk of outages and road hazards throughout the region. Winds gusting up to 25 mph will intensify the risk of fallen limbs and icy roadways. Emergency officials recommend keeping extra food, water, and a flashlight in your vehicle.
Saturday’s high is forecasted near 32°F with snow showers possible before and after noon. Overnight lows will dip to 29°F. Sunday will remain icy and windy, with highs near freezing and dangerous driving conditions persisting through the day.
Extended Outlook:
- Monday: Chance of snow showers, high near 30°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high around 26°F.
- Wednesday: Rain and snow likely, high near 39°F.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy with rain, high near 41°F.
