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Urgent Warning Issued Amid Hazardous Travel Conditions: 'Emergencies Only'

Urgent Warning Issued Amid Hazardous Travel Conditions: 'Emergencies Only'

Summary

A severe blizzard is affecting Northern Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula, causing the National Weather Service (NWS) to warn people to travel only for emergencies. The storm, with heavy snow and strong winds, is creating dangerous driving conditions right before the busy Thanksgiving travel period.

Key Facts

  • A blizzard is hitting Northern Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
  • The National Weather Service advises emergency-only travel due to severe weather.
  • The storm includes snowfall rates over 1 inch per hour and wind gusts over 50 mph.
  • Up to 12 inches of snow is expected in parts of Wisconsin and up to 14 inches in parts of Michigan.
  • Warnings are in effect until either Wednesday night or Thursday morning, depending on the location.
  • The storm coincides with the busiest Thanksgiving travel day, affecting millions planning to travel.
  • The NWS has issued blizzard, winter storm warnings, and advisories in the region.
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