Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 9:48AM EDT until March 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 6:48am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between
3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible,
especially on back roads and secondary roadways. Widespread
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions will impact travel through the evening. Gusty winds
could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle.
A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel
extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your
vehicle.
Area Description:
Western Chippewa; Central Chippewa; Southeast Chippewa; Western Mackinac; Eastern Mackinac; Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island; Beaver Island and surrounding islands
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI
Sender: