Blizzard Warning Issued for Delta County: Up to 3 Feet of Snow and 50 MPH Gusts Expected

Source: NOAA · Delta County, Michigan

This alert is no longer in effect.

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 major blizzard is forecast for Delta County from Sunday morning through Tuesday, bringing life-threatening travel conditions and up to 3 feet of snow.

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Record type
Blizzard Warning
Affected area
Delta County, 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 Delta County, Michigan.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a Blizzard Warning for Delta County. This alert is in effect from 5:00 AM EDT Sunday, March 15, until 8:00 AM EDT Tuesday, March 17.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers Delta County in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

What You Should Do

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe and visible to rescuers.

Expected Conditions

Residents should prepare for extreme winter weather, including:

  • Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 2 and 3 feet.
  • Snowfall Rates: Heavy snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour are expected for much of the day Sunday.
  • Wind Speeds: Wind gusts as high as 50 mph.
  • Visibility: Widespread blowing snow and heavy snowfall will significantly reduce visibility.
  • Infrastructure: Gusty winds may bring down tree branches and result in power outages.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning begins at 5:00 AM EDT Sunday. Heavy snowfall will be most intense throughout Sunday, with the strongest winds expected to occur from late Sunday afternoon into Monday. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 8:00 AM EDT Tuesday.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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What is this NWS weather alert about?
A major blizzard is forecast for Delta County from Sunday morning through Tuesday, bringing life-threatening travel conditions and up to 3 feet of snow.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Delta County, Michigan. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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