Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 3:57PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 12:57pm
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
WEATHER...
* Intermittent snow showers will impact Southeast Michigan during
the evening commute.
* A dusting of snow may be possible mainly on grassy surfaces
through 6pm.
* West winds around 20 mph with gusts to 40 mph.
* Air temperatures now between 32 and 35 degrees will fall into
the upper 20s after 5pm.
IMPACTS...
* Rapid fluctuations of visibility are likely. Visibilities may
briefly be near zero at times.
* Roadways, bridges and overpasses may become icy as temperatures
fall this evening.
Instruction:
* The combination of falling snow and cold temperatures will
result in variable traffic rates throughout the county.
Motorists are urged to use caution and account for the variable
driving conditions by allowing extra time.
* Prepare, plan and stay informed. Visit http://go.usa.gov/c7kkP
Area Description:
Saginaw; Tuscola; Sanilac; Shiawassee; Genesee; Lapeer; St. Clair; Livingston; Oakland; Macomb; Washtenaw; Wayne; Lenawee; Monroe
Forcast Office:
NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov