Blizzard in Marquette, Michigan

High winds and heavy snow brought blizzard conditions to Marquette County. SAW ASOS reported blizzard conditions. Snowfall of two to four feet fell across much of the county. Up to 14% of the county was without power during the event. A few FM radio towers became inoperable. Plowing operations were suspended due to severe weather conditions and secondary roads were impassable. Portions of M-28 closed east of Kawbawgam Rd. The County Sheriff advised the public not to venture out on foot or by car. 19 carbon monoxide calls were received by dispatch along with 18 vent cleanouts. Vehicles were reported stranded in the Gwinn/Sawyer area. Cinder Pond Marina in Marquette's lower harbor had two piers heavily damaged by waves/ice. Key impacts: school closures, power outages, impossible travel.

A powerful blizzard tracked through the Upper Great Lakes, bringing widespread blizzard conditions, with high winds and heavy snow to the U.P. Portions of the central and eastern U.P. experienced up to 4 feet of snowfall. Extreme conditions resulted in road departments pulling crews and pausing snow removal. Extreme snowfall and drifting resulted in cars being stranded and emergency officials advising people to not venture outside by foot or vehicle.