Light snow is expected this morning mainly along and south of a Holland to Lansing line. Additional snow showers develop late this afternoon and evening bringing quick bursts of snow. Amounts under an inch are expected. Thursday afternoon through Friday 1 to 4 inches will be possible and may impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. Read More >
Grand Rapids, MI
Weather Forecast Office
Ice dams are most common in northern climates. They occur when heavy snow buildup melts during the day and then refreezes when temperatures drop overnight.
After several days of melting-freezing cycles, it's common for the melted water and ice to work up under the shingles until water enters the attic and eventually does damage to the ceilings, wall and contents. In cases where the ice dam goes unnoticed for an extended period of time, it can do significant damage to the building and its contents.
There's no way to guarantee an ice dam won't damage your home, but you can take steps to cut the chances of an ice dam forming in the first place:
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
National Weather Service
Grand Rapids, MI
4899 Tim Dougherty Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512-4034
616-949-0643
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