A winter storm watch has been upgraded to a winter storm warning for Southwest Michigan, set to begin at 4 p.m. today, with heavy snow expected this evening into Tuesday morning. Strong winds up to 40 mph may create “snowstorm-like conditions,” prompting warnings. Traverse City remains under a winter storm watch, with the warning starting at 7 p.m.
Lake effect snow will begin late today, continuing through Tuesday. Areas west of Highway 131 could see 6 inches to 1 foot of snow, while those in the eastern half may accumulate only 1 to 3 inches. The National Weather Service has issued warnings about potentially life-threatening travel conditions, especially in southern and western Michigan. Road conditions are expected to deteriorate by late tonight, with dangerously cold winds projected Monday through Tuesday. For the latest weather updates, visit MLive.com/weather.
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