Well some areas got off easier than expected, though it's still bad everywhere in lower Michigan with very strong winds and extremely cold temps, but here in Alger, it's worse than we expected! They've upgraded our area from Warning to Blizzard this morning. And this being out in the country, it's bad!
Here's a photo taken at our house at 7:00 AM. I dared to open the front door of our house and stick the camera out for a very quick shot. Look at how it's blowing. You can't see the steps either.
If you don't have to go out, don't. You can bet people will be pulling up to the store to buy a POP! Come on people, use your heads!!!!
Blizzard warning remains in effect until 7 pm est this evening,A blizzard warning remains in effect until 7 pm est this evening.
Impacts,
Slick and snow covered roads.
Near zero visibility at times in blowing and drifting snow resulting in hazardous driving conditions, especially along the lake huron shore line.
Wind chill readings as low as minus 10 degrees.
Hazardous weather,
An additional 3 to 5 inches of snow accumulation expected by this afternoon, with locally higher amounts possible.
Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour possible.
Northeast winds increasing and gusting to 40 mph creating blowing and drifting snow.
Precautionary/preparedness actions,
A blizzard warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.
Proud Daughter of Walter (Monday) Poniedzialek
540th Engineer Combat Regiment, 2833rd Bn, H&S Co, 4th Platoon
There's "No Bridge Too Far"