Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northern Houghton County: Heavy Snow Expected Friday
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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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A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Northern Houghton County from 4 AM to 7 PM EST Friday, with 4 to 8 inches of snow forecast.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Northern Houghton County, 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 Northern Houghton County, Michigan.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Marquette, MI, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Northern Houghton County. This alert indicates that heavy snow is likely and hazardous conditions are expected within the specified timeframe.
Affected Areas
This warning specifically covers Northern Houghton County in Michigan.
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for the following conditions:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches are expected.
- Travel Impacts: Slippery road conditions are anticipated. These hazardous conditions are expected to significantly impact both the Friday morning and evening commutes.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 4:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST Friday, February 20, 2026.
What You Should Do
The National Weather Service recommends the following safety precautions:
- Travel Safety: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
- Power Outages: Prepare for the possibility of power outages due to heavy snow accumulation.
- Commute Planning: Allow extra time for travel and exercise caution on slippery roads.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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