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The Keweenaw Peninsula and other lake effect belts in the U.P. continue to dig out from Heikki Lunta’s first big snow dump of the season.
Early totals were impressive. By Saturday morning, the National Weather Service reported that Painesdale had logged 17”, Twin Lakes 16”, and the Baraga Plains and Herman 14”. We weren’t the hardest hit – Ironwood received 27”, and Munising 24”. Six to 12 additional inches has fallen in many areas since, with heaviest amounts around Munising.
Snow belts in the lower peninsula were also hard-hit. Gaylord reported its largest single snowfall day ever Friday.
A wind shift is expected to give the Keweenaw only another inch or two today, but Winter Weather Advisories remain in effect for the western tip of the U.P., the central U.P., and parts of the eastern U.P.
Michigan State Police troopers report numerous traffic crashes, including pile-ups that closed US-2 in Schoolcraft County in two different locations yesterday afternoon.
Officials are encouraging motorists to drive carefully, and give snowplows plenty of room to operate.
On the plus side, MyUPWeather meteorologist Air Stassek says this should give a good start to the outdoor winter sports season…
Local snowmobile clubs are busy grooming trails. They caution that driving on ungroomed trails can be treacherous. Be cautious, and watch for groomers if you go out.
Temperatures are expected to remain at or below freezing through the week, with additional snow expected.
