Major Winter Storm Ongoing in the Upper Midwest; Severe Weather Tonight from the Mid-South to the Ohio Valley

A major winter storm will continue to bring blizzard conditions, heavy snowfall, icing, and strong winds through Monday across the Upper Midwest and Upper Great Lakes. A line of storms will be capable of producing widespread damaging winds, tornadoes, and some large hail from the Mid-South to the Ohio Valley and the Southeast through tonight, moving into the Mid-Atlantic Monday. Read More >

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Blizzard conditions persist today for central and eastern Upper Michigan while snowfall lessens west. Additional snow accumulation of 1 to 2 feet still likely through Tuesday 2 PM ET. Greatest accumulation expected in high terrain of northern Marquette, Alger, and northern Schoolcraft counties. Winds peak this morning, then slowly decrease into the evening. Widespread 50 mph winds expected in all northern counties bordering Lake Superior. 60+ mph possible from Big Bay to Whitefish Pt. Widespread impacts: dangerous to impossible travel, power outages, prolonged recovery time.

Strengthening northeast to northerly winds are expected this morning. Light to moderate snowfall rates, in addition to the wind, will result in continued blizzard conditions and drifting snow, especially for central and eastern Upper Michigan. The strongest winds are expected in Keweenaw County and from Big Bay to Grand Marais. Lingering snow on roadways will continue after snowfall and strong winds diminish.

Whiteouts with near zero visibility. Snowfall rates over 1 inch per hour possible through early afternoon central and east. Very strong winds will result in blowing and drifting snow. Dangerous driving conditions continue. Drifts up to several feet expected. Snow loading could cause roof collapses for structures that have not been cleared off. Most likely additional snowfall is shown on the right. Greatest accumulation focused northern Marquette, Alger, and northern Schoolcraft counties.

Wind gusts near 60 mph are possible along Lake Superior, especially through this evening. Widespread 45 to 50 mph winds are also expected elsewhere. Significant blowing and drifting snow expected. Snow drifts up to several feet likely. Power outages and tree damage is possible, but the extent is uncertain.

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Major Winter Storm Ongoing in the Upper Midwest; Severe Weather Tonight from the Mid-South to the Ohio Valley

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