Winter Storm Warning Issued for Chippewa and Mackinac Counties; Up to 9 Inches of Snow Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Gaylord, MI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties in the Upper Peninsula. The alert is classified as a severe weather event with high certainty of impact.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in Michigan:

• Chippewa County: Western, Central, and Southeast Chippewa
• Mackinac County: Western and Eastern Mackinac

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous conditions. If you must travel, the National Weather Service recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Travel should be limited if possible during the peak of the storm.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is the primary hazard, with total snow accumulations expected to range between 6 and 9 inches. In addition to the snowfall, blowing and drifting snow will significantly reduce visibility and complicate road clearing efforts.

Impacts will be most severe for travelers along the US-2 corridor west of the Mackinac Bridge. The hazardous conditions are expected to heavily impact the Tuesday evening commute.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective during the following window:

• Start Time: 10:00 AM EST, Tuesday, February 24, 2026
• End Time: 12:00 AM EST, Wednesday, February 25, 2026

The most intense conditions and travel disruptions are anticipated throughout Tuesday afternoon and evening.