On Saturday at 3:07 a.m. EST a winter weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service valid from 7 p.m. EST until Sunday 7 a.m. EST for Alger and Luce counties.
The weather service comments, "Total snow accumulations up to 6 inches, highest north of M-28 east of Grand Marais. Less than 2 inches expected to the south and west of Munising. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph."
"Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility," explains the weather service. "Slow down and use caution while traveling."
Winter Weather Wisdom: Driving Tips for Challenging Conditions
Winter weather can make driving treacherous, leading to over 6,000 weather-related vehicle fatalities and over 480,000 injuries each year. When traveling during snow or freezing rain, prioritize safety by slowing down. In near-freezing temperatures, it's safest to assume that icy conditions exist on roadways and adjust your driving accordingly.
Here are additional winter driving tips from the weather service:
- Share your travel plans
- Prepare your vehicle
- Stay calm when stranded
- Be mindful of snow plows
- Check road conditions
These winter driving tips from the weather service are your key to a safer journey on snow-covered roads. By following these guidelines, you can significantly reduce the risk of accidents and ensure your well-being during challenging winter weather.
Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.