Active AlertsSault Ste. Marie, MI

What: Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
Where: Central Chippewa and Western Chippewa Counties.
When: Until 7 AM EST Thursday.
Impacts: Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be difficult at times. The hazardous conditions will impact commutes from this evening through New Year's Day.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions.