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Winter Storm Warning in effect for Metro Detroit: What you need to know

5-8 inches of snow expected

Metro Detroit is under a Winter Storm Warning from Wednesday morning into Thursday morning. Here's what you need to know.

You can follow live updates all day on Local 4, ClickOnDetroit and the Local 4 Facebook page.

Forecast:

Bundle up and don’t forget the snow scraper today. A Winter Storm Warning goes into effect mid morning with light snow and flurries coming in during the morning hours, and a clipper system will bring 5-8 inches of snow to the heart of Metro Detroit through the afternoon and evening.

What time?

Snow will start late Wednesday morning but the heaviest snow will come between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday evening.

What about the evening commute?

That means the evening drive will not be pretty, so make plans to leave early or late to avoid the peak commute dangers. We may see snow coming down at a rate of 1-2 inches an hour for 2-3 hours during the late afternoon and early evening. Temps stay in the low and mid 20s with winds SW/SE 5-10 mph.

Where can I find snow emergencies?

We are keeping track of snow emergencies declared around Metro Detroit, you can find the latest list right here.

Where can I find school closings?

The latest school closings, including early dismissals are right here.

Live coverage:

Track the wintry weather right here with live radar, snow totals and alerts.

Snow shoveling dangers

You should avoid shoveling snow if:

  • You don't exercise regularly
  • You have heart or lung disease
  • You are significantly overweight
  • You have general concerns about your health

Snow blowing is easier than shoveling snow. However, it's still a risk because you're working out in cold weather with heavy snow. 

Also see: How to measure snow like a pro in your backyard


About the Authors
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Ken Haddad has been with Local 4/ClickOnDetroit since 2013. He helps lead news coverage and content across broadcast and digital platforms. He's from the Metro Detroit area, and loves covering important news (and sports) in his hometown.