Blizzard in Alger, Michigan

High winds and heavy snow brought blizzard conditions to Alger County. SAW ASOS reported blizzard conditions. Snowfall of two to four feet fell across much of the county. Up to 12% of the county was without power during the event. A few FM radio towers became inoperable. Portions of M-28 closed west of M-94. The County Sheriff advised the public not to venture out on foot or by car. 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.