Marquette, MI – A powerful winter storm will bring blizzard conditions to parts of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula tonight, with strong winds and heavy snowfall creating hazardous travel. Winds could exceed 50 mph, leading to blowing snow and whiteouts, especially in Ontonagon, Baraga, Houghton, and Keweenaw counties.
According to the National Weather Service, lake effect snow showers will add another 3-5 inches in Alger, Luce, and northern Schoolcraft counties. Drivers should expect treacherous road conditions, particularly on U.S. Highway 41 and M-28, with near-zero visibility at times.
Saturday will see lingering snow showers, with temperatures reaching 25°F before dropping into the single digits at night. Sunday and Monday will be mostly dry but frigid, with highs only in the teens. Another round of snow arrives Monday night into Tuesday.
Travelers should check road conditions before heading out and have an emergency kit ready. Authorities advise avoiding unnecessary travel in affected areas.
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