Winter Storm Warning Issued for Menominee County Through Friday Noon

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Menominee County, Michigan

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Menominee County, forecasting heavy mixed precipitation, significant ice accumulation, and hazardous travel conditions.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Menominee County. The warning is in effect immediately and remains active until 12:00 PM CST on Friday, February 20.

Affected Areas

This alert specifically impacts Menominee County in Michigan. Within this region, the highest snow and sleet accumulations are expected to occur around and north of the US-2 corridor.

Expected Conditions

Residents should prepare for heavy mixed precipitation. Specific forecasts include:

  • Snow and Sleet Accumulations: Up to 4 inches of additional accumulation.
  • Ice Accumulation: Between one-tenth and three-tenths of an inch.
  • Impacts: Power outages and tree damage are likely due to ice buildup. Travel is expected to be nearly impossible in some areas, significantly impacting the Friday morning commute.

What You Should Do

The NWS advises that if travel is absolutely necessary, you should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents are also urged to prepare for the high likelihood of power outages due to ice and tree damage.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective as of 10:15 PM CST Thursday and is scheduled to expire at 12:00 PM CST on Friday, February 20.

Source: NOAA Official Notice