High Wind Warning Issued for Keweenaw and Northern Houghton Counties
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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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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of Upper Michigan, with gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause power outages and travel hazards.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Upper Michigan
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Marquette
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Upper Michigan.
High Wind Warning in Effect for Upper Michigan
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a High Wind Warning for the northernmost regions of the Upper Peninsula. This alert indicates that hazardous wind conditions are imminent or occurring in the specified area.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in Michigan:
- Keweenaw County
- Northern Houghton County
Expected Conditions
According to the National Weather Service, residents should prepare for sustained west winds between 20 and 30 mph. Wind gusts are expected to reach up to 60 mph. These damaging winds have the potential to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are possible. Additionally, travel is expected to be difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective from 1:00 PM EST this afternoon, February 27, and will remain in effect until 1:00 AM EST on Saturday, February 28.
What You Should Do
Local authorities and the NWS recommend the following actions for those in the warning area:
- Secure Outdoor Objects: Ensure that loose items such as patio furniture, trash cans, and decorations are properly anchored or moved indoors.
- Exercise Caution While Driving: Winds of this magnitude can make driving difficult. Use extra caution, especially when operating high-profile vehicles or traveling on exposed roadways.
- Prepare for Power Outages: Have flashlights and batteries ready in the event of downed power lines.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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