Gaylord, MI – Icy roads, downed power lines, and treacherous travel conditions are gripping Northern Michigan Sunday morning as freezing rain coats the region.
An Ice Storm Warning remains in effect for Alpena, Otsego, and Montmorency Counties until noon EDT Sunday, with significant ice accumulations of up to two-tenths of an inch. Travel is strongly discouraged along key roadways including M-32, where conditions remain slick and hazardous. Power outages have already begun in some areas due to falling tree limbs and ice-covered lines.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, rain and freezing rain will continue into mid-morning, turning to rain by afternoon. Thunderstorms are possible, especially in eastern regions. Additional icing may cause further road closures, especially on bridges and overpasses. Residents are urged to stay off the roads and report downed lines or outages to local utilities.
Monday brings snow showers, gusty winds up to 25 mph, and highs in the upper 20s. Cold overnight lows around 12°F could further stress power systems still recovering from ice damage. By Tuesday night, another wintry mix may return, with a 50% chance of snow and breezy conditions expected Wednesday.
5-Day Forecast for Gaylord, MI:
- Sunday: Freezing rain until 10 a.m., then showers. High 41°F.
- Monday: Snow showers, high 29°F. Cold, windy night with low near 12°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny early, high 33°F.
- Tuesday Night: Snow returns after 2 a.m., low 21°F.
- Wednesday: Wintry mix with strong breezes. High 46°F. Rain continues into the night.
