Summary
A major winter storm named Iona is expected to hit the Upper Midwest, including Michigan and Wisconsin, with up to 36 inches of snow. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for hazardous winter conditions, urging residents to prepare for difficult travel and potential power outages.
Key Facts
- Winter Storm Iona could bring up to 36 inches of snow to parts of Michigan and Wisconsin.
- The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings across the Upper Midwest.
- The storm follows an unusually warm period, which may catch some communities off guard.
- Snowfall totals could reach 3 feet when counting two back-to-back storm systems.
- Blizzard warnings have been issued in northeastern Minnesota, with visibility expected to be very low.
- Strong winds from the storm may cause power outages due to fallen tree limbs.
- Areas on the south of the storm could see freezing rain, affecting travel conditions.
- The storm warnings cover areas from North Dakota through Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
