Blizzard Warning Issued for Alger, Luce, and Schoolcraft Counties: Up to 4 Feet of Snow Expected
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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A severe Blizzard Warning is in effect for parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula from Sunday morning through Tuesday morning, with massive snow accumulations and 60 mph wind gusts.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Upper Peninsula Michigan
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Marquette MI
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Upper Peninsula Michigan.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a Blizzard Warning for several counties in the Upper Peninsula. This alert indicates that blizzard conditions are likely, posing a significant threat to life and property.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in Michigan:
- Alger County
- Luce County
- Northern Schoolcraft County
- Southern Schoolcraft County
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are advised to take the following precautions:
- Travel should be restricted to emergencies only.
- If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle.
- If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain sheltered and visible to rescuers.
- Prepare for potential power outages and tree damage due to high winds.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 2 and 3 feet are expected, with locally higher amounts up to 4 feet possible.
- Snowfall Rates: Heavy snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour are anticipated for much of the day Sunday.
- Wind Speeds: Winds are expected to gust as high as 60 mph, with the strongest winds occurring late Sunday afternoon into Monday.
- Visibility: Widespread blowing snow and heavy snowfall will significantly reduce visibility, making travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.
Timeline
- Onset: The warning goes into effect at 5:00 AM EDT on Sunday, March 15.
- Duration: The alert remains active through 8:00 AM EDT on Tuesday, March 17.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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