Headline:
Winter Storm Watch issued March 13 at 3:42AM EDT until March 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 13, 2026 - 12:42am
Expires:
March 13, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow and blowing snow.
Snow accumulations between 6 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high
as 45 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy mixed precipitation
possible. Total snow accumulations between one and three feet and
ice accumulations around a light glaze possible. Winds could gust
as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Mackinac, Southeast Chippewa, and Western Mackinac
Counties, and Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through
Tuesday morning.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.
Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Area Description:
Southeast Chippewa; Western Mackinac; Eastern Mackinac; Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI
Sender: