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Winter Storm Hits Michigan: Snow, Ice, and Gale Warnings

2/17/2026

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A winter storm will impact Michigan from Tuesday night through Wednesday, bringing heavy snow and mixed precipitation.
The Upper Peninsula is expected to receive 4-8 inches of snow.
Northern Lower Michigan may experience freezing rain.
Gale Watches are in effect for parts of Lake Superior.
A secondary weather system may follow later in the week and is projected to be weaker.

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Story summary

A winter storm will impact Michigan from Tuesday night through Wednesday, bringing heavy snow and mixed precipitation.
The Upper Peninsula is expected to receive 4-8 inches of snow.
Northern Lower Michigan may experience freezing rain.
Gale Watches are in effect for parts of Lake Superior.
A secondary weather system may follow later in the week and is projected to be weaker.