Blizzard in Southern Houghton, Michigan

High winds and heavy snow brought blizzard conditions to southern Houghton County. SAW ASOS reported blizzard conditions. Snowfall of one to two feet fell across much of the southern portions of Houghton County. Various public safety entities advised to avoid travel except for emergencies. Key impacts: school closures, canceled flights, 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.