WINTER STORM WARNING
Tuesday 10-18-22 11AM EDT
Baraga & Marquette Counties could see the first winter storm of the season over the next 2 days, so please make sure you are well prepared if you need to travel. Stock your vehicle with a flashlight, food, water, and a blanket for emergencies.
Dense, wet snow may lead to reduced visibility for travel conditions with gusty winds 45-50 mph, possibly breaking tree branches and/or causing power outages. Higher terrain inland from Lake Superior could see 8 to 16 inches of snow, while the Michigamme Highlands expected to see up to 2 feet of snow.
LAKESHORE FLOOD WARNING
3 AM MONDAY 10-17-22 to 2 AM WEDNESDAY 10-19-22
U.P. COUNTIES: ALGER & MARQUETTE
Expecting significant lakeshore flooding and large waves to cause major beach erosion. Low-lying roads and property near the lake will likely flood. Lakeside roads might be closed, so give yourself extra time if you must travel. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK
MONDAY 10-17-22 to SATURDAY 10-22-22
CENTRAL & WESTERN U.P.
Gusty northerly winds bringing in very cold air for the week. Wet, heavy snow accumulation expected, especially in the higher terrain in the west half of the U.P. Big Lake Superior waves will likely cause flooding and beach erosion. The strong winds and heavy snow could lead to downed trees and power outages.
