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Winter Storm Warning 4, NWS Gaylord, MI

April 2, 201816 counties in Michigan

NWS Gaylord, MI issued this winter storm warning at Apr 2, 2018, 3:43 PM EDT for 16 counties in Michigan. It took effect at Apr 3, 2018, 8:00 AM EDT. It was in force for 30 hr. 60 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Apr 2, 2018, 3:43 PM EDT (19:43 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 3, 2018, 8:00 AM EDT
Expired
Apr 4, 2018, 2:00 PM EDT
In force
30 hr
Issued by
NWS Gaylord, MI

Counties Alcona County, MI, Alpena County, MI, Antrim County, MI, Cheboygan County, MI, Crawford County, MI, Emmet County, MI, Grand Traverse County, MI, Kalkaska County, MI, Leelanau County, MI, Missaukee County, MI, Montmorency County, MI, Oscoda County, MI, Otsego County, MI, Presque Isle County, MI, Roscommon County, MI, Wexford County, MI

The radar

The NCL Michigan radar (KAPX), 4 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 19:40 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Apr 3, 6:37 PM EDTSNOW 3.33 Ese Elmira, MI
Apr 3, 7:23 PM EDTSNOW 3Comins, MIFELL IN 4.5 HOURS.
Apr 3, 8:35 PM EDTSNOW 53 Ese Elmira, MI
Apr 3, 8:43 PM EDTSNOW 41 Nw Bates, MIIN ACME/WILLIAMSBURG AREA.
Apr 3, 8:53 PM EDTSNOW 4Traverse City, MI
Apr 3, 9:10 PM EDTSNOW 4.5Sparr, MI
Apr 3, 9:11 PM EDTSNOW 1.5Cadillac, MIAT 9&10 NEWS STATION.
Apr 3, 9:15 PM EDTSNOW 3Saint Helen, MI
Apr 3, 9:15 PM EDTSNOW 68 W Alpena, MI
Apr 3, 9:16 PM EDTSNOW 44 Nw Hillman, MI
Apr 3, 9:20 PM EDTSNOW 3.34 Ese Barton City, MI
Apr 3, 9:20 PM EDTSNOW 5Rogers City, MI
Apr 3, 9:30 PM EDTSNOW 3.5Interlochen, MI
Apr 3, 9:30 PM EDTSNOW 4Lovells, MI
Apr 3, 9:37 PM EDTSNOW 3Mio, MI
Apr 3, 9:40 PM EDTSNOW 4.55 S Boyne City, MI
Apr 3, 9:40 PM EDTSNOW 4.8Interlochen, MI
Apr 3, 9:43 PM EDTSNOW 3Onaway, MI
Apr 3, 9:45 PM EDTSNOW 3.5Hubbard Lake, MI
Apr 3, 9:50 PM EDTSNOW 5.5Gaylord, MI
Apr 3, 10:12 PM EDTSNOW 4.8Petoskey, MI
Apr 3, 10:20 PM EDTSNOW 4Grawn, MI
Apr 3, 10:40 PM EDTSNOW 4Indian River, MI
Apr 3, 11:10 PM EDTSNOW 53 S Suttons Bay, MI
Apr 3, 11:15 PM EDTSNOW 4Frederic, MI
Apr 3, 11:25 PM EDTSNOW 4.83 Ene Oden, MI
Apr 4, 12:04 AM EDTSNOW 7.32 Wsw Peshawbestown, MI
Apr 4, 12:08 AM EDTSNOW 3.52 Ssw Petoskey, MI
Apr 4, 2:30 AM EDTSNOW 4Rapid City, MI
Apr 4, 4:00 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 9.82 Wsw Peshawbestown, MI
Apr 4, 5:00 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 7.5Rogers City, MI24 HOUR TOTAL.
Apr 4, 5:00 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 8Suttons Bay, MIBROADCAST MEDIA PASSED ALONG REPORT. 24 HOUR TOTAL.
Apr 4, 5:45 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 83 S Millersburg, MI
Apr 4, 6:00 AM EDTSNOW 7Lovells, MICOCORAHS STATION MI-CF-9, LOVELLS.
Apr 4, 6:00 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 8.5Cheboygan, MI
Apr 4, 6:00 AM EDTSNOW 8.5Lovells, MI
Apr 4, 6:00 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 9Atlanta, MI
Apr 4, 6:00 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 12Petoskey, MI
Apr 4, 6:13 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 6.5Interlochen, MI
Apr 4, 6:30 AM EDTSNOW 4Cadillac, MI
Apr 4, 6:45 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 6Lake City, MI
Apr 4, 6:45 AM EDTHEAVY SNOW 8.54 Sw Smithville, MI24 HOUR TOTAL.
Apr 4, 7:00 AM EDTSNOW 61 Nnw Fife Lake, MICO-OP OBSERVER STATION FLAM4, 1 NNW FIFE LAKE.
Apr 4, 7:00 AM EDTSNOW 61 Ssw Alpena, MICOCORAHS STATION MI-AP-1, 1 SSW ALPENA.
Apr 4, 7:00 AM EDTSNOW 62 Ne Luzerne, MICOCORAHS STATION MI-OD-3, 2 NE LUZERNE.
Apr 4, 7:00 AM EDTSNOW 6.3Rapid City, MI4 INCHES OF THIS FEEL IN THE LAST 10 HOURS.
Apr 4, 7:00 AM EDTSNOW 7.5Harbor Springs, MICOCORAHS STATION MI-EM-5, HARBOR SPRINGS.
Apr 4, 7:00 AM EDTSNOW 10.24 Wsw Bates, MICOCORAHS STATION MI-GT-25, 4 WSW BATES.
Apr 4, 7:00 AM EDTSNOW 10.42 W Omena, MICOCORAHS STATION MI-LL-1, 2 W OMENA.
Apr 4, 7:30 AM EDTSNOW 5Cadillac 2sw, MICO-OP OBSERVER STATION CDLM4, CADILLAC 2SW.
Apr 4, 7:30 AM EDTSNOW 6.3Traverse City Munson, MICO-OP OBSERVER STATION TCMM4, TRAVERSE CITY MUNSON.
Apr 4, 7:53 AM EDTSNOW 6.3Houghton Lake - Roscomm, MIASOS STATION HTL, HOUGHTON LAKE - ROSCOMMON COUNTY AIRPORT.
Apr 4, 7:54 AM EDTSNOW 7.8Alpena - Phelps Collins, MIASOS STATION APN, ALPENA - PHELPS COLLINS FIELD.
Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDTSNOW 5.8Higgins Lake, MI
Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDTSNOW 61 Ne North Higgins Lake, MIAPPROXIMATELY 12 HOUR TOTAL.
Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDTSNOW 61 Ne North Higgins Lake, MIAPPROXIMATELY 12 HOUR TOTAL.
Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDTSNOW 6.31 Ene Roscommon County, MI24 HOUR TOTAL.
Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDTSNOW 6.3@ E. Side Of Houghton L, MICO-OP OBSERVER STATION HTLM4, @ E. SIDE OF HOUGHTON LAKE.
Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDTSNOW 7.85 S Cathro, MI24 HOUR TOTAL.
Apr 4, 8:00 AM EDTSNOW 7.8Snow Paid Observer For, MIMESONET STATION ALPM4, SNOW PAID OBSERVER FOR KAPN.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Alpena, MI (KAPX), launched 12:00Z, 7.7 hours before the alert went out and 180 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Alpena, MI at 12:00Z on 2018-04-02Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Alpena, MI at 12:00Z on 2018-04-02The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 56 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1094 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
71 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
56 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
129 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

203 
WWUS43 KAPX 021943
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
343 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

MIZ016>024-026>030-030345-
/O.UPG.KAPX.WS.A.0002.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KAPX.WS.W.0004.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Otsego-
Montmorency-Alpena-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Grayling, Mio, and Harrisville
343 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy, mainly wet snow. Total snow accumulations of 8 to
  14 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Most of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible
  at times, especially during the evening commute on Tuesday. Wind
  gusts of 30 to 35 mph, mainly Tuesday night, will result in 
  some areas of blowing snow. Also, there is a possibility for 
  downed power lines causing sporadic power outages. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ032>034-030345-
/O.NEW.KAPX.WS.W.0004.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Cadillac, Lake City, and Houghton Lake
343 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy, mainly wet snow. Total snow accumulations of 6 to
  10 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Wexford, Missaukee and Roscommon Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible
  at times, especially during the evening commute on Tuesday. Wind
  gusts of 30 to 35 mph, mainly Tuesday night, will result in 
  some areas of blowing snow. Also, there is a possibility for 
  downed power lines causing sporadic power outages. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ025-030345-
/O.UPG.KAPX.WS.A.0002.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Benzie-
Including the city of Frankfort
343 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 8 AM
EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches
  are expected.

* WHERE...Benzie County.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult at times,
  especially during the evening commute on Tuesday. Wind gusts of
  30 to 35 mph, mainly Tuesday night, will result in some areas 
  of blowing snow. Also, there is a possibility for downed power 
  lines causing sporadic power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-030345-
/O.NEW.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
343 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 8 AM
EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches are 
  expected. There is also a chance for a period of rain, sleet and
  freezing rain Tuesday afternoon and evening, which may reduce 
  snowfall amounts. 

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult at times,
  especially during the evening commute on Tuesday. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ031-030345-
/O.NEW.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Manistee-
Including the city of Manistee
343 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 8 AM
EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Manistee County.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions,
  including during the evening commute on Tuesday. Winds gusting
  30 to 35 mph, mainly Tuesday night, will cause patchy blowing 
  and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-030345-
/O.NEW.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
343 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO 8 AM
EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions,
  including during the evening commute on Tuesday. Winds gusting
  as high as 30 mph, mainly Tuesday night, will cause patchy 
  blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord
8 follow-up statements
980 
WWUS43 KAPX 030213
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
1013 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018


MIZ016>024-026>030-032>034-031015-
/O.CON.KAPX.WS.W.0004.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Otsego-
Montmorency-Alpena-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-
Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Grayling, Mio, Harrisville, Cadillac, 
Lake City, and Houghton Lake
1013 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO
8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy, mainly wet snow. Total snow accumulations of 8 
  to 14 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Most of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult to 
  impossible at times, especially during the evening commute on 
  Tuesday. Wind gusts of 30 to 35 mph, mainly Tuesday night, 
  will result in some areas of blowing snow. Also, there is a 
  possibility for downed power lines causing sporadic power 
  outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-031015-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
1013 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO
8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches are 
  expected. There is also a chance for a period of rain, sleet 
  and freezing rain Tuesday afternoon and evening, which may 
  reduce snowfall amounts.

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult at times, 
  especially during the evening commute on Tuesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ025-031-031015-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Benzie-Manistee-
Including the cities of Frankfort and Manistee
1013 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO
8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Benzie County.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult at times, 
  especially during the evening commute on Tuesday. Wind gusts 
  of 30 to 35 mph, mainly Tuesday night, will result in some 
  areas of blowing snow. Also, there is a possibility for downed 
  power lines causing sporadic power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-031015-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
1013 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TUESDAY TO
8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Tuesday to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the evening commute on Tuesday. Winds gusting 
  as high as 30 mph, mainly Tuesday night, will cause patchy 
  blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord
186 
WWUS43 KAPX 030731
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
331 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

MIZ016>024-026>030-032>034-031545-
/O.CON.KAPX.WS.W.0004.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Otsego-
Montmorency-Alpena-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-
Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Grayling, Mio, Harrisville, Cadillac, 
Lake City, and Houghton Lake
331 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING
TO 8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 
  11 inches, with localized amounts up to 16 inches, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible
  at times, especially during the evening commute. Wind gusts of
  30 to 35 mph, mainly tonight, will result in some areas of 
  blowing snow. Also, there is a possibility for downed power 
  lines causing sporadic power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-031545-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
331 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS
MORNING TO 8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 9 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions,
  including during the evening commute. Winds gusting as high as
  35 mph will cause blowing snow...especially tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ025-031-031545-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Benzie-Manistee-
Including the cities of Frankfort and Manistee
331 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS
MORNING TO 8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 10 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult at times,
  especially during the evening commute. Wind gusts of 30 to 35
  mph, mainly tonight, will result in some areas of blowing snow.
  Also, there is a possibility for downed power lines causing 
  sporadic power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-031545-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.180403T1200Z-180404T1200Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
331 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS
MORNING TO 8 AM EDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 11 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions,
  including during the evening commute. Winds gusting as high as
  30 mph will cause blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord
448 
WWUS43 KAPX 031510
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
1110 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

MIZ016>024-026>030-032>034-032315-
/O.CON.KAPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Otsego-
Montmorency-Alpena-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-
Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Grayling, Mio, Harrisville, Cadillac, 
Lake City, and Houghton Lake
1110 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow developing by later this afternoon and
  evening. Snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches, with localized 
  amounts up to 12 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. 
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause patchy blowing and 
  drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-032315-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
1110 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow developing this afternoon and evening. Snow
  accumulations of 4 to 7 inches are expected. The snow may mix 
  with some sleet at times. 

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. In 
  addition, some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph will cause patchy blowing and 
  drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ025-031-032315-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Benzie-Manistee-
Including the cities of Frankfort and Manistee
1110 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow developing this afternoon. The snow may become heavy
  at times this evening.  Snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches, 
  with localized amounts up to 9 inches, are expected. 

* WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. 
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause patchy blowing and 
  drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-032315-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
1110 AM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow developing, possibly becoming heavy at times this
  evening. Snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. 
  Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and 
  drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord
972 
WWUS43 KAPX 031944
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
344 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

MIZ016>024-026>030-032>034-040345-
/O.CON.KAPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Otsego-
Montmorency-Alpena-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-
Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Grayling, Mio, Harrisville, Cadillac, 
Lake City, and Houghton Lake
344 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, heavy at times. Snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches, with localized amounts up to 12 inches possible over
  northeast lower Michigan.

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Winds 
  gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and 
  drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-040345-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
344 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, possibly mixed with rain early. Snow may become
  heavy at times. Snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches with 
  localized amounts of 8 inches.

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. In 
  addition, some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds 
  gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and 
  drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ025-031-040345-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Benzie-Manistee-
Including the cities of Frankfort and Manistee
344 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, possibly mixed with rain early. Snow may become
  heavy at times. Snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches, with 
  localized amounts up to 8 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. In addition,
   some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds gusting as 
  high as 35 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-040345-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
344 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, mainly south of M-28. Snow accumulations of 3 to 5
  inches, with localized amounts up to 6 inches. Only minor snow
  accumulations north of M-28, with little if any snow toward
  Paradise and Whitefish Point.  

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord
476 
WWUS43 KAPX 040142
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
942 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

MIZ016>024-026>030-032>034-040945-
/O.CON.KAPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Otsego-
Montmorency-Alpena-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-
Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Grayling, Mio, Harrisville, Cadillac, 
Lake City, and Houghton Lake
942 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, heavy at times. Additional snow accumulations of 3
  to 5 inches, with localized amounts up to 7 inches possible over
  northeast lower Michigan

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. Winds 
  gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and 
  drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-040945-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
942 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, heavy at times. Additional snow accumulations of 2
  to 4 inches, with locally heavier amounts possible.

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. In 
  addition, some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds 
  gusting as high as 30 mph will cause patchy blowing and 
  drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ025-031-040945-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Benzie-Manistee-
Including the cities of Frankfort and Manistee
942 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, heavy at times Additional snow accumulations of 2 
  to 4 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Wednesday. In addition,
   some reductions to visibility are likely. Winds gusting as 
  high as 35 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-040945-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
942 PM EDT Tue Apr 3 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow, mainly south of M-28. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3
  inches, with localized amounts up to 5 inches possible. Only 
  minor snow accumulations north of M-28, with little if any snow 
  toward Paradise and Whitefish Point.

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Wednesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Expect 
  reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord
938 
WWUS43 KAPX 040733
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
333 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

MIZ016>024-026>030-032>034-041200-
/O.CON.KAPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Otsego-
Montmorency-Alpena-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-
Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Grayling, Mio, Harrisville, Cadillac, 
Lake City, and Houghton Lake
333 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4
  inches are expected...with locally higher amounts possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Winds gusting as high as 
  30 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-041200-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
333 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches 
  are expected...with locally higher amounts possible.

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. In addition, some 
  reductions to visibility are likely. Winds gusting as high as 
  30 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ025-031-041200-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Benzie-Manistee-
Including the cities of Frankfort and Manistee
333 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 2 inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. In addition, some 
  reductions to visibility are likely. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-041200-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1200Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
333 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord
810 
WWUS43 KAPX 041120
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
720 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

MIZ019>021-026-027-032-033-041500-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-180404T1500Z/
Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Wexford-
Missaukee-
Including the cities of Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Cadillac, and Lake City
720 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are
  expected. This morning with gusty winds past 30 mph. 

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Winds gusting as high as 
  30 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ016>018-022>024-028>030-034-041500-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-180404T1500Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Crawford-
Oscoda-Alcona-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, Grayling, Mio, Harrisville, 
and Houghton Lake
720 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are
  expected with gusty winds past 30 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-041500-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1500Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
720 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 2 inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. In addition, some 
  reductions to visibility are likely. Winds gusting as high as 
  30 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ025-031-041500-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1500Z/
Benzie-Manistee-
Including the cities of Frankfort and Manistee
720 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches are
  expected with gusty winds past 30 mph. 

* WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. In addition, some 
  reductions to visibility are likely. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-041500-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1500Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
720 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 2 inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord
203 
WWUS43 KAPX 041413
WSWAPX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
1013 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018


MIZ016>018-022>024-028>030-034-041800-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-180404T1800Z/
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Crawford-
Oscoda-Alcona-Roscommon-
Including the cities of Petoskey, Cheboygan, Rogers City, 
Gaylord, Atlanta, Alpena, Grayling, Mio, Harrisville, 
and Houghton Lake
1013 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches 
  are expected with gusty winds past 30 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ019>021-026-027-032-033-041515-
/O.CON.KAPX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-180404T1500Z/
Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Wexford-
Missaukee-
Including the cities of Charlevoix, Northport, Mancelona, 
Traverse City, Kalkaska, Cadillac, and Lake City
1013 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches 
  are expected. This morning with gusty winds past 30 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of Northern Lower Michigan.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Winds gusting as high as 
  30 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

MIZ035-036-041-042-041800-
/O.EXT.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1800Z/
Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Including the cities of West Branch, Tawas City, Gladwin, 
and Standish
1013 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 2 inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Ogemaw, Iosco, Gladwin and Arenac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. In addition, some 
  reductions to visibility are likely. Winds gusting as high as 
  30 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ025-031-041515-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1500Z/
Benzie-Manistee-
Including the cities of Frankfort and Manistee
1013 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches 
  are expected with gusty winds past 30 mph.

* WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. In addition, some 
  reductions to visibility are likely. Winds gusting as high as 
  35 mph will cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

MIZ008-015-041515-
/O.CON.KAPX.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-180404T1500Z/
Chippewa-Mackinac-
Including the cities of Sault Ste. Marie and St. Ignace
1013 AM EDT Wed Apr 4 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 2 inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Chippewa and Mackinac Counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Expect reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

&&

$$

http://www.weather.gov/gaylord

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Gaylord, MI wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at Apr 2, 1:50 PM EDT, 1 hour 53 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Apr 2, 1:50 PM EDT, 1 hour 53 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
150 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

.UPDATE...
Issued at 1106 AM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

Relatively flat zonal upper level flow and loose thermal gradient
across the eastern half/two-thirds of the country this morning, with
only some weak vorticity traversing the Great Lakes. Sfc high
pressure and a corridor of drier air was laid out across the srn
Lakes. This was only resulting in some thin high cloudiness for nrn
Michigan. Pretty quiet out there.

Upstream across the Pac NW, a well defined shortwave trough was
pressing into the nrn Rockies, ejecting initial vorticity into the
nrn plains, which has induced lee side low pressure with sfc
troughing extending through South Dakota and srn MN. There was not
much moisture associated with this system attm, with PWATS only
around 0.50", but general light snows have broken out in this region
with the assistance of WAA, DPVA, and upper divergence in right
entrance region of a 100+kt jet core. Stronger shortwave energy will
eject into the nrn Plains through the day, and these snows are
expected to expand into more of MN and even into Wisconsin by the
end of the day. While no snows are expected to break out in nrn
Michigan through the day, skies will be thickening in clouds.

High temperatures today in early sun will reach the middle 30s in
eastern upper with upper 30s to lower 40s in nrn lower.

All attention will be directed to the evolution of the low
pressure in the lee of the Rockies, as our potentially significant
snowfall will come from this system.

&&

.NEAR TERM...(Today through Tonight)
Issued at 353 AM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...Accumulating snow begins tonight...

High Impact Weather Potential...Minor accumulations of snow
tonight...marking the start of a period of accumulating synoptic
snowfall.

Pattern Synopsis/Forecast...Large area of strong high pressure
remains centered over the heart of the US early this morning... with
pronounced ridging and dry air extending thru the Western Great
Lakes region. An area of weak low pressure is centered over Central
Ontario...with a trailing cold front extending westward to around
the Arrowhead of Minnesota. Meanwhile...low pressure is gathering
strength along and just to the lee of the Rockies. Closer to home...
skies remain mostly clear across our CWA attm...with temps generally
in the teens.

High pressure center will slide eastward thru the Southern Great
Lakes today...as the cold front well to our north just clips Upper
Michigan. Warm front associated with the developing low pressure
system over the Plains will lift NE toward Michigan tonight.
Moisture shield associated with the warm front will begin to poke
into our CWA tonight. Strengthening isentropic ascent and deepening
moisture along and north of the warm front will result in the
development of a mainly light snow shield across most of our CWA
tonight. This will mark the beginning of an extended period of
synoptic snowfall as this low pressure system slowly tracks eastward
thru the Great Lakes region. Snowfall intensity will be generally
light during the onset tonight...especially late tonight. Expect
around an inch of new snow tonight for most areas based on QPF and
snow ratios. Certainly the heavier snowfall expected with this
system will fall Tuesday into Tuesday night (see details below).

Temps will be a bit warmer today with high temps ranging from the
low to mid 30s across Eastern Upper Michigan to the lower 40s in the
SE half of our CWA. Low temps tonight will be mainly in the 20s.

&&

.SHORT TERM...(Tuesday through Wednesday)
Issued at 353 AM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

...Significant winter storm with possibly serious impacts...

High Impact Weather Potential...Significant heavy, wet snowfall
looking increasingly likely for much of northern Michigan. Perhaps
the most impactful winter storm of the season thus far.

Pattern Synopsis/Forecast...A vigorous shortwave will slide over the
Upper Midwest on Tuesday. Out ahead of this wave, a deepening
surface low will lift from the Central Plains northeast into the
Great Lakes region, likely passing through southeast Lower Michigan
Tuesday evening. Strong forcing progged during the day on Tuesday
over northern Michigan (particularly northern Lower) courtesy of
upper divergence, a couple upper jet streaks, DPVA from the potent
shortwave, and mid-level frontogenesis along a tight temperature
gradient over Lower Michigan. A ~60 knot low level jet will
transport a rich supply of Gulf moisture northward into the Southern
Great Lakes, with PWATs ranging from a half inch near the Straits to
an inch or greater downstate on Tuesday. Best forcing and moisture
will slip off to the east by evening, with the dry slot on northern
Michigan's doorstep. The mature system's cold conveyor belt and
cyclonic branch of the warm conveyor belt forming a well-defined
comma head and deformation zone around this time, wrapping around
back into the western UP and Wisconsin. This will result in
continued steady but lighter snowfall heading into Tuesday night,
with the back edge of this activity exiting our east Wednesday
morning. An influx of colder air behind this departing system will
lead to some more lake effect through the rest of the day.

Primary Forecast Concerns...Storm track/moisture content and
ramifications for potential snowfall amounts.

With the driving 500mb shortwave behind this impending winter storm
just coming ashore the Pacific Northwest/British Columbia late this
afternoon, was hoping this evening's model run would start to yield
better agreement on potential storm track and QPF given the better
data sampling. Unfortunately that's not necessarily the case, but on
the plus side things don't look any more muddled than they already
were earlier. Storm track still generally favored to pass from SW
Lower MI to somewhere around Detroit. 00Z run seems to favor a
subtle southward shift, but not drastically different than before.
Still a trend for significant QPF across much of northern Lower
during the day Tuesday as the strongest fgen banding develops.
Exactly where the axis of heaviest QPF will be laid out is still in
question, but model trends have been favoring around 0.9" or greater
for much of northern Lower...generally heaviest across a portion of
northeast Lower. Right now there is low to moderate confidence in
the current QPF forecast, and it will be one of the most critical
forecast elements to pin down over the next 24 hours. Due to a tight
temperature gradient across northern MI, there will be rather
significant variance in snow ratios from south to north across the
APX forecast area, ranging from on average around 7:1 near Saginaw
Bay to around 17:1 across eastern Upper. Despite some of the lower
snow ratios, the sheer magnitude of QPF is currently yielding some
impressive snow totals. 24 hour snowfall between 8am Tue - 8am Wed
looks to possibly reach or exceed 10 inches across a large portion
of northern Lower and perhaps eastern Chippewa/Mackinac counties,
and there will be additional light snow possible both before and
after this timeframe. Boosting confidence level in heavy snow
potential is the fact that GEFS plumes have become more clustered
with mean values around a foot at GLR/APN (assuming 10:1). Also,
ECMWF EPS snowfall probability shows nearly 100% chance for >6"
across most of northern MI and a 60-70% chance for a foot or more
across a portion of northeast Lower.

All this considered, felt it would be prudent to go with a winter
storm watch for the bulk of northern Lower, with the exception of
our southern tier of counties from Manistee to Iosco as well as
Gladwin and Arenac. Our southern counties , especially the lower
elevations, will likely see a bit of rain mixing in during the day
and perhaps a full changeover for Gladwin/Arenac. Considered adding
eastern Upper, but with the slight southward shift in heaviest QPF
in latest guidance and only borderline forecast snowfall amounts
right now, decided to leave it to day shift to evaluate. Gusty
winds, especially near the coasts, could lead to blowing snow and
reduced visibility. Main takeaway should be the threat for
widespread, heavy/wet snow, as this event is looking poised to be
the most impactful winter storm of the season thus far in terms of
snowfall amounts. It will likely make travel very difficult across
the majority of our forecast area. But there are still some
significant forecast details that have yet to be pinned down, which
will certainly impact final snowfall totals as the event draws near.
Stay tuned!

.LONG TERM...(Wednesday night through Sunday)
Issued at 353 AM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

High Impact Weather Potential...Occasional chances for snow through
the period from lake effect and passing systems.

A very active late winter pattern continues through the first week
of April and possibly beyond. Temperatures remaining below normal
will promote continued lake effect snow chances at times. The next
better organized system looks to drop south from Ontario Thursday
night into Friday with additional lake effect into the weekend.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Tuesday afternoon)
Issued at 150 PM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

Weak high pressure and dry air has given nrn Michigan some quiet
weather over the past several hours. That will change however, as
low pressure in the central plains tracks into Illinois Tuesday
morning, and then across the Detroit area by Tuesday evening.
Skies will be thickening in higher level clouds into the evening,
lowering to MVFR CIGS and possible light snow after midnight and
into Tuesday morning. Snowfall intensities are expected to ramp up
later in the day on Tuesday, with 3 to 6 inches of snow by day's
end. Snow ratios will be around 10/12:1 closer to 15:1 for PLN.

Periodically gust WSW winds will lighten up tonight, before
turning more easterly heading into Tuesday. The easterly winds are
expected to become gusty Tuesday afternoon.

&&

.MARINE...
Issued at 353 AM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

Winds and waves will remain below SCA criteria today and tonight as
high pressure slides thru the Southern Great Lakes region. A complex
area of low pressure will continue to develop to the lee of the
Rockies and will track eastward out of the Central Plains tonight
thru the Southern Great Lakes region Tuesday and Tuesday night.
Conditions will strengthen to SCA criteria and possibly gale warning
criteria Tuesday and Tuesday night as this system passes just south
of our area. Widespread snow is also expected to develop with
this system beginning tonight and continuing thru Tuesday night.

&&

.APX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
MI...WINTER STORM WATCH from Tuesday morning through Wednesday
     morning for MIZ016>030.
LH...NONE.
LM...NONE.
LS...NONE.
&&

UPDATE...SMD
NEAR TERM...MR
SHORT TERM...MK
LONG TERM...MK
AVIATION...SMD
MARINE...MR
Hazardous weather outlook, Apr 2, 11:13 AM EDT, 4 hours 30 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
1113 AM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

LHZ345>349-LMZ323-341-342-344>346-LSZ321-322-MIZ008-015>036-041-
042-031515-
Straits of Mackinac within 5 nm of Mackinac Bridge including
Mackinac Island-St Ignace to False Detour Channel-
5NM East of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Light MI including
Bois Blanc Island-
Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Pt MI Including Thunder Bay
National Marine Sanctuary-Sturgeon Pt to Alabaster MI-
Grand Traverse Bay south of a line Grand Traverse Light to
Norwood MI-Seul Choix Point to 5NM West of Mackinac Bridge-
Norwood MI to 5NM West of Mackinac Bridge including Little
Traverse Bay-Sleeping Bear Point to Grand Traverse Light MI-
Point Betsie to Sleeping Bear Point MI-
Manistee to Point Betsie MI-
Whitefish Bay (U.S. Portion)/Whitefish Point to Point Iroquois MI-
St. Marys River Point Iroquois to E. Potagannissing Bay-Chippewa-
Mackinac-Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Charlevoix-Leelanau-Antrim-
Otsego-Montmorency-Alpena-Benzie-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-
Oscoda-Alcona-Manistee-Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-Ogemaw-Iosco-
Gladwin-Arenac-
1113 AM EDT Mon Apr 2 2018

This hazardous weather outlook is for northern Lower Michigan...
eastern Upper Michigan...and adjacent nearshore waters of Lake
Michigan...Lake Huron and Lake Superior.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Light snows will develop, mainly overnight across nrn Michigan,
marking the beginning of a period of snowfall which has the
potential to bring significant accumulations to much of Northern
Lower Michigan.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday.

Significant accumulating snow is likely Tuesday through Tuesday
night. Confidence is moderate on the location of the greatest
snowfall, which will likely be along and north of M-72. See
ongoing Winter Storm Watches for further details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters are encouraged to report any significant weather and
snowfall amounts to the National Weather Service. Reports may be
made one of three ways:

Online:   weather.gov/gaylord
Facebook: facebook.com/nwsgaylord
Twitter:  twitter.com/nwsgaylord

&&

For more information visit http://weather.gov/gaylord.

The office that day

Everything else NWS Gaylord, MI issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 2, 3:17 AM EDTWinter Storm WatchAPXAlcona, Alpena, Antrim, Benzie, Cheboygan, Crawford and 8 more12 hr
Apr 2, 3:43 PM EDTWinter Weather AdvisoryAPXArenac, Benzie, Gladwin, Iosco, Manistee, Ogemaw46 hr
Apr 2, 3:44 PM EDTGale WatchAPX12 hr
Apr 2, 3:44 PM EDTSmall Craft AdvisoryAPX3 days

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Sources

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