Winter Storm Warning Issued for Emmet and Cheboygan Counties; Up to 10 Inches of Snow Expected
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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Northern Michigan, forecasting heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions through Friday evening.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Northern Michigan
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Gaylord 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 Northern Michigan.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Gaylord, MI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of Northern Michigan. The warning is currently in effect and remains active until 8:00 PM EDT this evening. Additionally, a Winter Storm Watch has been issued for the same region starting late Saturday night and continuing through Monday evening.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the following geographic regions:
- Emmet County
- Cheboygan County
- Beaver Island and surrounding islands
Expected Conditions
Winter Storm Warning (Through Friday Evening):
- Snowfall: Accumulations between 6 and 10 inches are expected.
- Wind: Gusts reaching as high as 40 mph.
- Visibility: Blowing snow may reduce visibilities to below 1/4 mile.
Winter Storm Watch (Saturday Night through Monday):
- Precipitation: Heavy mixed precipitation is possible.
- Accumulation: Potential for one to two feet or more of snow and sleet.
- Ice: Accumulations of approximately one-tenth of an inch are possible.
- Wind: Gusts could reach up to 40 mph.
Timeline
- Winter Storm Warning: Effective until 8:00 PM EDT Friday, March 13.
- Winter Storm Watch: Effective from late Saturday night through Monday evening.
- Commuter Impact: Hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Friday morning and Friday evening commutes.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that travel could be very difficult due to low visibility and snow accumulation. If you must travel, the National Weather Service recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for further updates on these developing weather situations.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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