Winter Storm Warning

Headline

...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY...
.Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan late Wednesday through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected Wednesday evening into Thursday morning with continued heavy lake effect across parts of the area through Friday.

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Gaylord MI 324 PM EST Tue Nov 25 2025 ...HIGH IMPACT LAKE EFFECT SNOW AND WINDS FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY... .Heavy lake effect snow and strong winds will combine to create dangerous travel at times across parts of northern Michigan late Wednesday through Friday. Worst widespread travel conditions are expected Wednesday evening into Thursday morning with continued heavy lake effect across parts of the area through Friday. ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow and strong winds expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Lesser amounts along the immediate lakeshore. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Benzie, Leelanau, and Manistee Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Snow and strong winds will lead to significant drops in visibility. Whiteout conditions are expected at times of heaviest snow and winds, most likely Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. Combination of visibility restrictions and snow covered roads will make for dangerous travel at times. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.