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Expecting more rain, snow showers for end of weekend in Metro Detroit -- what to know
Read full article: Expecting more rain, snow showers for end of weekend in Metro Detroit -- what to knowMore rain and snow showers are on the way to Metro Detroit for the end of the weekend, and we also look back at the winter storm from Friday night into Saturday morning.
Tracking winter snow storm ahead of the weekend in Metro Detroit -- here’s what to expect
Read full article: Tracking winter snow storm ahead of the weekend in Metro Detroit -- here’s what to expectOur winter snowstorm across Southeastern Michigan is in full effect, working throughout the evening hours on Friday, and will continue into the overnight hours into early Saturday morning.
Ann Arbor Public Schools cancels all after school activities on Friday due to incoming snowstorm
Read full article: Ann Arbor Public Schools cancels all after school activities on Friday due to incoming snowstormAll AAPS after school activities have been canceled for the day due to anticipated heavy snow.
VIDEO: Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh helps officer move a tree during ice storm in Ann Arbor
Read full article: VIDEO: Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh helps officer move a tree during ice storm in Ann ArborU-M head football coach Jim Harbaugh lent a hand to a police officer in the middle of an ice storm on Wednesday night.
Here’s how schools are preparing for closures ahead of Michigan winter snowstorm
Read full article: Here’s how schools are preparing for closures ahead of Michigan winter snowstormWe’re almost into February, and we’re looking at the first big snowfall of the year, and of course, there are schoolchildren across Michigan watching closely to see if they’ll get that first snow day of the school year.
Tracking DTE Energy power outages in SE Michigan amid winter storm: 5K in the dark on Dec. 24, 2022
Read full article: Tracking DTE Energy power outages in SE Michigan amid winter storm: 5K in the dark on Dec. 24, 2022A winter storm has reached Southeast Michigan Friday, and strong winds could cause power outages that’ll last through Saturday night.
Tracking DTE Energy power outages in SE Michigan amid winter storm: 10K in the dark on Dec. 23, 2022
Read full article: Tracking DTE Energy power outages in SE Michigan amid winter storm: 10K in the dark on Dec. 23, 2022A winter storm has reached Southeast Michigan on Friday, and strong winds could cause power outages.
LIVE UPDATES | Winter storm warning takes effect in SE Michigan
Read full article: LIVE UPDATES | Winter storm warning takes effect in SE MichiganA dangerous winter storm is expected to hit Southeast Michigan right before the Christmas holiday weekend -- and it’ll make travel both tricky and treacherous.
Blizzard warning in effect for West, Northern Michigan with 12-18+ inches of snow possible
Read full article: Blizzard warning in effect for West, Northern Michigan with 12-18+ inches of snow possibleWhile Southeast Michigan is under a winter storm warning ahead of the holiday weekend, parts of Western and Northern Lower Michigan are bracing for a blizzard.
Metro Detroiters went on holiday shopping rush ahead of Thursday’s winter snow storm
Read full article: Metro Detroiters went on holiday shopping rush ahead of Thursday’s winter snow stormStores would have been crazy busy this week anyway, but when you add in what looks like a nasty winter storm, the rush was on.
Here are some must-haves for your vehicle ahead of the pre-Christmas snowstorm in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Here are some must-haves for your vehicle ahead of the pre-Christmas snowstorm in Metro DetroitIf you're hitting the roads during the upcoming storms, you will need a survival kit to stay safe while driving in blizzard-like conditions.
Here’s how DTE crews are preparing for weekend snowstorm across southeast Michigan
Read full article: Here’s how DTE crews are preparing for weekend snowstorm across southeast MichiganWith snow and high winds set to hit Friday, DTE says it’s ready to roll and handle any power outages for its two-point-two million customers across southeast Michigan.
US airlines waive rebooking fees for flights affect by pre-Christmas winter storm
Read full article: US airlines waive rebooking fees for flights affect by pre-Christmas winter stormSevere winter weather moving through the U.S. before Christmas will certainly disrupt holiday travel over the next several days.
Traveling out of town this weekend? Make sure your pipes don’t freeze during the pre-Christmas storm
Read full article: Traveling out of town this weekend? Make sure your pipes don’t freeze during the pre-Christmas stormIf you are traveling out of town for the holidays this weekend, make sure to take the necessary precautions so your pipes don’t freeze when you are away.
Restock your weather emergency kit before the pre-Christmas winter storm hits Michigan
Read full article: Restock your weather emergency kit before the pre-Christmas winter storm hits MichiganWith a storm looming, right now would be the perfect time to restock your emergency kits for your home or car.
How to keep your pets safe amid dangerously cold winter weather
Read full article: How to keep your pets safe amid dangerously cold winter weatherA winter storm is approaching Michigan, and the snow, cold temperatures, gusting winds and potential ice are just as dangerous for our fuzzy friends as they are for us.
Winter storm watch in Metro Detroit upgraded to storm warning: Here’s what blizzard, winter storm warnings mean
Read full article: Winter storm watch in Metro Detroit upgraded to storm warning: Here’s what blizzard, winter storm warnings meanA winter storm is approaching Michigan just before Christmas, and meteorologists say any slight changes could affect the severity of the storm and its particular conditions.
Here’s how road commissions are preparing for the incoming snowstorm in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Here’s how road commissions are preparing for the incoming snowstorm in Metro DetroitBecause Metro Detroit faces the prospect of not just snow but ice before the snow even hits, clearing the roads will be challenging, and driving is likely to be treacherous.
Dangerous winter weather in Michigan: How a blizzard differs from a winter storm
Read full article: Dangerous winter weather in Michigan: How a blizzard differs from a winter stormA winter storm is approaching Michigan just before Christmas, and meteorologists say any slight changes could affect the severity of the storm and its particular conditions.
Bryan’s Breakdown: Tracking high-impact winter storm late this week; bitter cold Christmas weekend
Read full article: Bryan’s Breakdown: Tracking high-impact winter storm late this week; bitter cold Christmas weekendTranquil weather moves into the region for the next few days before a high-impact winter storm moves in just in time for holiday travel late this week
Metro Detroit will experience more snow flurries before expected winter storm
Read full article: Metro Detroit will experience more snow flurries before expected winter stormAfter a day where we kept plenty of cloud cover around, cold temperatures, and light snow or snow flurries, we will continue this trend through the overnight hours tonight and into the end of the weekend.
Winter storm warning issued for parts of Lower Michigan with 12 inches of snow possible
Read full article: Winter storm warning issued for parts of Lower Michigan with 12 inches of snow possibleParts of Western and Mid Lower Michigan are bracing for a November winter storm walloping, with up to a foot of snow possible in some areas.
LIVE UPDATES: Winter storm warning in effect for Metro Detroit: Track radar, forecasts
Read full article: LIVE UPDATES: Winter storm warning in effect for Metro Detroit: Track radar, forecastsA winter storm warning is in effect for Metro Detroit through Friday morning due to a possible 4-8 inches -- possibly more -- of snow and ice.
Macomb Township man uses 4-wheeler to plow street, sidewalks: ‘They forget about our street often’
Read full article: Macomb Township man uses 4-wheeler to plow street, sidewalks: ‘They forget about our street often’There are a lot of plow trucks still out clearing residential streets throughout Metro Detroit. But what do you do if you’re not sure when or if plow trucks may reach your neighborhood?
Detroit man uses 4-wheeler to help seniors keep driveways, sidewalks clear of snow
Read full article: Detroit man uses 4-wheeler to help seniors keep driveways, sidewalks clear of snowThroughout the state today, people were digging out, clearing driveways, and working to get things back to normal. We’re also seeing the kindness of neighbors shining through by helping seniors who can’t get out and shovel the snow themselves.
Wayne County snowplow staff working throughout night as heavy snow continues to fall
Read full article: Wayne County snowplow staff working throughout night as heavy snow continues to fallWayne County had an entire staff of plowers on the roads all day, with work continuing throughout the night as snow continued to fall.
Watch: What road conditions look like from the driver’s seat as snow falls across Metro Detroit
Read full article: Watch: What road conditions look like from the driver’s seat as snow falls across Metro DetroitA winter storm warning is in effect through Thursday and snow is continuously falling and building up across Metro Detroit.
‘We’re ready’: Wayne County road crews salt roads before snow starts accumulating
Read full article: ‘We’re ready’: Wayne County road crews salt roads before snow starts accumulatingCrews in Wayne County were filling trucks with salt before they head out onto the roads during the February 2022 snowstorm.
Macomb County dispatchers, road crews work together to keep roads safe during winter storm
Read full article: Macomb County dispatchers, road crews work together to keep roads safe during winter stormDispatchers and road crews in Macomb County are working together to keep the roads as clear as possible during the major February 2022 snowstorm.
Winter storm to wallop Metro Detroit this week: Updated snow models, timeline
Read full article: Winter storm to wallop Metro Detroit this week: Updated snow models, timelineThe changeover to snow will happen early Wednesday.The big focus for the next couple of days will be on our midweek Winter Storm here in Metro Detroit because this will be a two day snow event that will make life difficult and travel treacherous.
Metro Detroit weather: Some parts of lower Michigan could get more than 10 inches of snow this weekend
Read full article: Metro Detroit weather: Some parts of lower Michigan could get more than 10 inches of snow this weekendWe started the week with two storms in two days, and now the third storm of the week approaches tonight. We need a break, and fortunately, this storm will be the least impactful of the week.
Port Huron CBP officers brave severe weather to aid driver in vehicle fire
Read full article: Port Huron CBP officers brave severe weather to aid driver in vehicle firePORT HURON, Mich. – Two US Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations officers risked their own safety despite severe winter weather to help a driver whose car was engulfed in flames on M-25 near Lakeport on Tuesday, Feb. 16. While searching the officer found the driver in a nearby vehicle provided by a good samaritan to help escape the cold. Both the driver and good samaritan noted it was difficult to call for emergency assistance because of the lack of cell phone service. “This is another shining example of our officers going to great lengths to provide assistance to those in need”, said Port Huron Area Port Director Michael Fox. “I’m proud of the valiant efforts CBP personnel provide to our community during times like this.”Read more: Headlines from across Michigan
Detroit man helps neighbors clear driveways, sidewalks of snow
Read full article: Detroit man helps neighbors clear driveways, sidewalks of snowDETROIT – With several inches of snow covering all of Detroit, it’s usually the inner city homes where the winter storm aftermath remains. With six to nine inches on the ground Detroit’s latest winter storm has caused a lot of frustration. That same stress is shared by not only Detroit residents behind the wheel, but also others who may be snowed in with at least half a foot in the driveway or on the sidewalk. Detroit police officers helped seniors clear snow from their driveways Tuesday. Details: Detroit officers help seniors shovel snow after winter stormMore additional snow is possible this week after Tuesday night’s heavy snowfall.
How snow can turn small issues into major problems for your home
Read full article: How snow can turn small issues into major problems for your homeST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. – While Michigan residents are used to winter storms, there are a lot of little things around the house that can become big problems if not given attention. Gilbert’s Pro Hardware in St. Clair Shores has been around since the 1940s. It helps keep that ice dam from building up on your roof which could cause water leaking into your house. It could wreak havoc and cause a lot of problems because people do not properly remove the snow from the top of their roof. Watch More: Spotting and preventing snow and ice related home problems
Live weather radar: Winter storm warning in effect for Metro Detroit until noon Tuesday
Read full article: Live weather radar: Winter storm warning in effect for Metro Detroit until noon TuesdayDETROIT – A winter storm warning is in effect for most of southeastern Michigan until noon Tuesday. A winter storm warning is in effect until noon Tuesday for Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. AdHave a smart TV? Watch the weather radar on your TVIf you have a smart TV (Apple, Roku, etc. ), you can go to the WDIV Local 4 Detroit channel and stream the live weather radar right there on your TV.
Metro Detroit road crews out in full force ahead of winter storm
Read full article: Metro Detroit road crews out in full force ahead of winter stormOAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. – Snow emergencies are being issued across Metro Detroit as cities anticipate heavy snowfall Monday night into Tuesday morning. Local 4 spoke with Craig Bryson with the Oakland County Road Commission. AdUnlike any other winter, with so many people working from home, clearing the roads ahead of rush hour traffic was different this year. So it’s a little bit surreal,” Craig Bryson said. In Wayne County, road crews were called in at 2 a.m. on Monday morning.