...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 8 inches. * WHERE...Areas along and west of US-23. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snowfall will begin to spread eastward across the area between 12 PM and 4 PM this afternoon. Peak snowfall rates of 0.50 to 0.75 inches per hour are expected between 6 PM and 2 AM tonight. Snowfall rates may briefly reach 1 inch per hour near and south of I-94 this evening. Snowfall will continue overnight and taper off Sunday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. You can obtain the latest road conditions from the MDOT Michigan Drive Map. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. &&
