Winter Storm Warning Issued for Alger, Luce, and Northern Schoolcraft Counties
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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, with 6 to 9 inches of snow and 35 mph wind gusts expected through Wednesday.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Upper Peninsula Michigan
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Marquette MI
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
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 Winter Storm Warning for several counties in the Upper Peninsula. The warning is officially in effect from 7:00 PM EDT this evening through 8:00 PM EDT Wednesday.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in Michigan:
- Alger County
- Luce County
- Northern Schoolcraft County
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following safety precautions:
- If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
- Prepare for possible power outages due to heavy snow and wind gusts.
- Exercise extreme caution during commutes, as travel could be very difficult.
Expected Conditions
According to the NWS, the following conditions are anticipated during this weather event:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches are expected.
- Wind Speeds: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 35 mph.
- Visibility: Patchy blowing snow is expected on Wednesday, especially near the lakeshore.
- Impacts: Hazardous conditions will impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning begins at 7:00 PM EDT on Tuesday, March 10. While a lull in snowfall may occur late tonight into early Wednesday morning, snow is expected to become heavier again during the morning hours on Wednesday. The warning is currently set to expire at 8:00 PM EDT on Wednesday, March 11.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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