Prepare – Prepare – Serious Upper Peninsula ice and snow storm: Power outages, deadly roads and highways, slipper walking and driving

URGENT URGENT – U.P. Breaking News Bulletin, Public Safety Advisory, and Special Weather Statements – 1-11-18 1:40 p.m. – URGENT

Prepare for dangerous driving – and even walking – and power outages

“We have dripping fire”

Weather danger 1-11-18 graphic 1

By Greg Peterson
Upper Peninsula Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Upper Peninsula of Michigan) -There is no way to over stress the importance of not driving or even walking outside in much of the U.P. until Friday night.

Expect power outages, bad accidents, treacherous driving during the deadly mix of rain, ice and snow that will pummel much of the Upper Peninsula. Protect yourself and the elderly by putting down sand and salt – in large quantities.

Plus terrible conditions on Lake Superior as the  2017-2018 Lake Superior Shipping Season ends when the Soo locks close on Monday (Jan. 15, 2018).

These are the type of conditions that have caused tragic deaths in the U.P. in recent decades.

 said a Sault Ste. Marie, MI firefighter this afternoon  after responding to a powerline down and fire behind some local apartments.

The National Weather Service in Negaunee Township, MI has issued several special weather statements this afternoon, Jan. 11, 2018.

Please prepare and take heed – help others. Its gonna be nasty.

Here are the most recent statements (and links to get updates) from the National Weather Service Marquette, MI office in Negaunee Township:

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Special Weather Statement

Winter Weather Advisory

Gale Warning

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning

Dense Fog Advisory

Small Craft Advisory

Winter Storm Warning


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

MIZ002-009-120030-
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180112T0600Z/
Ontonagon-Gogebic-
Including the cities of Ontonagon and Ironwood
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018 /1026 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018/

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST
/MIDNIGHT CST/ FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation occurring. Light snow late this
  morning will give way to a period of moderate to heavy snow in
  the afternoon, and light to moderate lake effect snow in the
  evening. Plan on difficult travel conditions, especially during
  the evening commute as rapidly falling temperatures this
  afternoon quickly create icy conditions. Additional snow
  accumulations this afternoon and evening of 4 to 6 inches are
  expected from Ironwood to Ontonagon. Lower accumulations of 2 to
  4 inches are expected across far eastern Gogebic and southern
  Ontonagon counties.

* WHERE...Ontonagon and Gogebic Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST /midnight CST/ Friday. The most hazardous
  conditions are expected late this afternoon into early evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Be prepared for significant reductions in
  visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency.

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

MIZ001-003-120030-
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0002.000000T0000Z-180112T0600Z/
Keweenaw-Northern Houghton-
Including the cities of Copper Harbor, Houghton, and Hancock
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation occurring. A mix of light rain and
  snow late this morning will give way to a period of moderate to
  heavy snow mid afternoon into early evening. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions, especially during the evening commute as
  rapidly falling temperatures this afternoon quickly create icy
  conditions. Additional snow accumulations this afternoon and
  evening of 4 to 6 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Keweenaw and Northern Houghton Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. The most hazardous conditions are
  expected late this afternoon into early evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow this afternoon and evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow and blowing snow means severe
winter weather conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency.

Winter Weather Advisory


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

MIZ006-120030-
/O.CON.KMQT.WW.Y.0003.180111T1900Z-180112T1700Z/
Alger-
Including the cities of Grand Marais and Munising
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO NOON EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Plan on slippery road
  conditions, especially this evening as rapidly falling
  temperatures late this afternoon quickly create icy conditions.
  In addition, areas of poor visibility are expected tonight.
  Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are expected.

* WHERE...Alger County.

* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to noon EST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph will
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving.

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

MIZ004-084-120030-
/O.CON.KMQT.WW.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180112T0600Z/
Baraga-Southern Houghton-
Including the cities of L`Anse, Kenton, and Sidnaw
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow occurring. Plan on slippery road
  conditions, especially during the evening commute as rapidly
  falling temperatures quickly create icy conditions this
  afternoon. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are
  expected this afternoon and evening.

* WHERE...Baraga and Southern Houghton Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. The most hazardous conditions are
  expected late this afternoon into early evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will
  cause patchy blowing and drifting snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving.

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

MIZ010-120000-
/O.CON.KMQT.WW.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180112T0000Z/
Iron-
Including the city of Iron River
1026 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Plan on slippery road conditions as
  rapidly falling temperatures this afternoon quickly create icy
  conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are
  expected.

* WHERE...Iron County.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Be prepared for reduced visibilities at
  times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

MIZ005-120030-
/O.CON.KMQT.WW.Y.0003.180111T1700Z-180112T1100Z/
Marquette-
Including the cities of Gwinn and Marquette
1126 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Light rain late this
  morning will transition to snow by early afternoon, then fall
  moderately at times during the remainder of the afternoon. The
  snow will then transition to light to moderate lake effect snow
  tonight. Plan on slippery road conditions, especially during the
  evening commute as rapidly falling temperatures quickly create
  icy conditions this afternoon. Total snow accumulations of 2 to
  4 inches this afternoon and tonight are expected, with
  localized amounts up to 5 inches across the high terrain north
  of Negaunee and Ishpeming.

* WHERE...Marquette County.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EST Friday. The most hazardous conditions are
  expected late this afternoon into early evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow tonight along the Lake
  Superior shore.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow means periods
of snow and blowing snow will cause primarily travel
difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited
visibilities, and use caution while driving.

$$


Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
517 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

LSZ162-240>251-263>267-121030-
Lake Superior west of a line from Saxon Harbor WI to Grand
Portage MN beyond 5NM-Saxon Harbor WI to Black River MI-
Black River to Ontonagon MI-
Ontonagon to Upper Entrance of Portage Canal MI-
Upper Entrance of Portage Canal to Eagle River MI-
Eagle River to Manitou Island MI-
Manitou Island to Point Isabelle MI-
Point Isabelle to Lower Entrance of Portage Canal MI-
Lower Entrance of Portage Canal To Huron Islands MI Including
Keweenaw and Huron Bays-Huron Islands to Marquette MI-
Marquette to Munising MI-Munising to Grand Marais MI-
Grand Marais to Whitefish Point MI-
Lake Superior from Saxon Harbor WI to Upper Entrance to Portage
Canal MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border including Isle
Royale National Park-
Lake Superior from Upper Entrance to Portage Canal to Manitou
Island MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian Border-
Lake Superior West of Line from Manitou Island to Marquette MI
Beyond 5NM from shore-
Lake Superior East of a line from Manitou Island to Marquette MI
and West of a line from Grand Marais MI to the US/Canadian Border
Beyond 5NM from shore-
Lake Superior from Grand Marais MI to Whitefish Point MI 5NM off
shore to the US/Canadian border-
517 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018 /417 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Eastern Lake
Superior...Central Lake Superior and Western Lake Superior.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

North gales of 35 to 45 knots will develop from west to east on
today. Heavy freezing spray will also develop. Gales will end
from west to east tonight. See the latest marine weather product
and open lake forecast for further details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday

Heavy freezing spray will be possible at times over eastern Lake
Superior Friday afternoon through Saturday morning. See the
latest marine weather product and open lake forecast for further
details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

The need for weather spotter reports is not anticipated at this
time.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
517 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

MIZ001>007-009>014-084-085-121030-
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-Delta-Southern Schoolcraft-
Southern Houghton-Northern Schoolcraft-
517 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018 /417 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western Upper
Michigan and central Upper Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Freezing rain and snow will change to all snow west late this
morning. Over the central, rain will change to freezing rain and
snow, then all snow from west to east this afternoon and early
evening as temperatures rapidly fall. Blowing snow will also
develop, especially near Lake Superior. Snow will diminish from
west to east tonight. Snow accumulations are expected, heaviest
west. See the latest winter weather statement for complete
details.

Waves on Lake Superior to as high as 14 feet through tonight may
cause minor beach erosion and flooding where ice has not built up
along the shore.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday

Moderate lake enhanced snow is possible Friday through Saturday
near Lake Superior.

Moderate to heavy lake enhanced snow is possible Monday and
Monday night near Lake Superior.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to submit reports of snow and ice
accumulation to the National Weather Service in Marquette via
phone or on Facebook or Twitter.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
1022 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018

IAZ008>010-018-019-MNZ079-086>088-094>096-WIZ017-029-032>034-041-
121200-
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Floyd-Chickasaw-Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-
Winona-Mower-Fillmore-Houston-Taylor-Clark-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
Jackson-La Crosse-
1022 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southeast
Minnesota, northeast Iowa, and western and north central
Wisconsin.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight

2 to 5 inches of snow is expected. Northwest winds gusting to 35
mph will cause some blowing and drifting snow in open and
unsheltered areas. Plan on slippery driving conditions. A Winter
Weather Advisory is in effect through the afternoon.

Wind chills will range from 15 to 30 below tonight.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Thursday

On Sunday afternoon and night, some light snow accumulations are
likely.

Wind chills will range from 15 to 30 below Saturday and Sunday
night, and 20 to 35 below Monday night.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Snow amounts would be appreciated today.

.EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATION...

No webinar is scheduled.

$$

 Gale Warning


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

LSZ243>245-264-112345-
/O.CON.KMQT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-180112T0900Z/
/O.CON.KMQT.UP.W.0003.000000T0000Z-180112T1500Z/
Upper Entrance of Portage Canal to Eagle River MI-
Eagle River to Manitou Island MI-
Manitou Island to Point Isabelle MI-
Lake Superior from Upper Entrance to Portage Canal to Manitou
Island MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian Border-
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
FRIDAY...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning remains in effect until 10 AM EST
Friday.

* TIMING...Expect heavy freezing spray to occur until 10 AM EST
  Friday.

A Gale Warning remains in effect until 4 AM EST Friday.

* WIND AND WAVES DURING THE GALE WARNING...Expect sustained
  winds of up to 31 knots from the north, with gusts up to 44
  knots. The largest expected significant waves will be 12 feet
  with a maximum wave height of up to 17 feet possible.

* TIMING...The maximum winds are expected around 7 PM EST
  Thursday with the largest waves expected around 11 PM EST
  Thursday.

Please see the latest marine forecasts for more detailed
information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning means heavy freezing spray is
expected to rapidly accumulate on vessels. These conditions can
be extremely hazardous to navigation. It is recommended that
mariners not trained to operate in these conditions or vessels
not properly equipped to do so, remain in port or avoid the
warning area.

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

LSZ248>250-112345-
/O.CON.KMQT.GL.W.0005.180111T2100Z-180112T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMQT.UP.W.0003.180111T2100Z-180112T1800Z/
Huron Islands to Marquette MI-Marquette to Munising MI-
Munising to Grand Marais MI-
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
7 AM EST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning remains in effect from 4 PM this
afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

* TIMING...Expect heavy freezing spray to occur from 4 PM this
  afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

A Gale Warning remains in effect from 4 PM this afternoon to 7 AM
EST Friday.

* WIND AND WAVES DURING THE GALE WARNING...Expect sustained
  winds of up to 30 knots from the north, with gusts up to 41
  knots. The largest expected significant waves will be 14 feet
  with a maximum wave height of up to 20 feet possible.

* TIMING...The maximum winds are expected around 12 AM EST
  Friday with the largest waves expected around 2 AM EST Friday.

Please see the latest marine forecasts for more detailed
information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning means heavy freezing spray is
expected to rapidly accumulate on vessels. These conditions can
be extremely hazardous to navigation. It is recommended that
mariners not trained to operate in these conditions or vessels
not properly equipped to do so, remain in port or avoid the
warning area.

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

LSZ242-263-112345-
/O.CON.KMQT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-180112T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMQT.UP.W.0003.000000T0000Z-180112T1500Z/
Ontonagon to Upper Entrance of Portage Canal MI-
Lake Superior from Saxon Harbor WI to Upper Entrance to Portage
Canal MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border including Isle
Royale National Park-
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
FRIDAY...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning remains in effect until 10 AM EST
Friday.

* TIMING...Expect heavy freezing spray to occur until 10 AM EST
  Friday.

A Gale Warning remains in effect until 1 AM EST Friday.

* WIND AND WAVES DURING THE GALE WARNING...Expect sustained
  winds of up to 29 knots from the north, with gusts up to 43
  knots. The largest expected significant waves will be 10 feet
  with a maximum wave height of up to 15 feet possible.

* TIMING...The maximum winds are expected around 11 AM EST
  Thursday with the largest waves expected around 9 PM EST
  Thursday.

Please see the latest marine forecasts for more detailed
information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning means heavy freezing spray is
expected to rapidly accumulate on vessels. These conditions can
be extremely hazardous to navigation. It is recommended that
mariners not trained to operate in these conditions or vessels
not properly equipped to do so, remain in port or avoid the
warning area.

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

LSZ265-266-112345-
/O.CON.KMQT.GL.W.0005.180111T1800Z-180112T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMQT.UP.W.0003.180111T2100Z-180112T1800Z/
Lake Superior West of Line from Manitou Island to Marquette MI
Beyond 5NM from shore-
Lake Superior East of a line from Manitou Island to Marquette MI
and West of a line from Grand Marais MI to the US/Canadian Border
Beyond 5NM from shore-
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...

A Gale Warning remains in effect until 7 AM EST Friday.

* WIND AND WAVES DURING THE GALE WARNING...Expect sustained
  winds of up to 30 knots from the north, with gusts up to 45
  knots. The largest expected significant waves will be 14 feet
  with a maximum wave height of up to 20 feet possible.

* TIMING...The maximum winds are expected around 12 AM EST
  Friday with the largest waves expected around 2 AM EST Friday.

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning remains in effect from 4 PM this
afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

* TIMING...Expect heavy freezing spray to occur from 4 PM this
  afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

Please see the latest marine forecasts for more detailed
information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning means heavy freezing spray is
expected to rapidly accumulate on vessels. These conditions can
be extremely hazardous to navigation. It is recommended that
mariners not trained to operate in these conditions or vessels
not properly equipped to do so, remain in port or avoid the
warning area.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

LSZ251-267-112345-
/O.CON.KMQT.UP.W.0003.180111T2100Z-180112T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMQT.GL.W.0005.180112T0000Z-180112T1200Z/
Grand Marais to Whitefish Point MI-
Lake Superior from Grand Marais MI to Whitefish Point MI 5NM off
shore to the US/Canadian border-
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 1 PM EST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM
EST FRIDAY...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning remains in effect from 4 PM this
afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

* TIMING...Expect heavy freezing spray to occur from 4 PM this
  afternoon to 1 PM EST Friday.

A Gale Warning remains in effect from 7 PM this evening to 7 AM
EST Friday.

* WIND AND WAVES DURING THE GALE WARNING...Expect sustained
  winds of up to 26 knots from the north, with gusts up to 37
  knots. The largest expected significant waves will be 10 feet
  with a maximum wave height of up to 14 feet possible.

* TIMING...The maximum winds are expected around 8 PM EST
  Thursday with the largest waves expected around 2 AM EST
  Friday.

Please see the latest marine forecasts for more detailed
information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning means heavy freezing spray is
expected to rapidly accumulate on vessels. These conditions can
be extremely hazardous to navigation. It is recommended that
mariners not trained to operate in these conditions or vessels
not properly equipped to do so, remain in port or avoid the
warning area.

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018

LSZ162-112345-
/O.CON.KMQT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-180112T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMQT.UP.W.0003.000000T0000Z-180112T1500Z/
Lake Superior west of a line from Saxon Harbor WI to Grand
Portage MN beyond 5NM-
1034 AM EST Thu Jan 11 2018 /934 AM CST Thu Jan 11 2018/

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ THIS
EVENING...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST
/9 AM CST/ FRIDAY...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning remains in effect until 10 AM EST
/9 AM CST/ Friday.

* TIMING...Expect heavy freezing spray to occur until 10 AM EST
  /9 AM CST/ Friday.

A Gale Warning remains in effect until 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ this
evening.

* WIND AND WAVES DURING THE GALE WARNING...Expect sustained
  winds of up to 26 knots from the north, with gusts up to 37
  knots. The largest expected significant waves will be 8 feet
  with a maximum wave height of up to 12 feet possible.

* TIMING...The maximum winds are expected around 11 AM EST
  Thursday with the largest waves expected around 1 PM EST
  Thursday.

Please see the latest marine forecasts for more detailed
information.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Heavy Freezing Spray Warning means heavy freezing spray is
expected to rapidly accumulate on vessels. These conditions can
be extremely hazardous to navigation. It is recommended that
mariners not trained to operate in these conditions or vessels
not properly equipped to do so, remain in port or avoid the
warning area.

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

&&

$$

Latest just issued by NWS Office Negaunee Township: A White Christmas – Good Grief – plus lake-effect snow will continue to hammer those in the snowbelt areas – If you can’t remember to drive with care – think of this – turning “Ho Ho Ho” into “Slow Slow Slow”

U.P. Breaking News Weather and Traffic Advisory – 6:40 a.m. ET 5:40 CT

MTI Web Cam 12-25-17 Campus Aerial

MTU Webcam  Campus Aerial
A view of campus from the Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Mechanics Building.

2017 Christmas Day – Cold and snow are here to stay

Even SUVs in Marquette and Chippewa County – slide off road – in big way

Latest from NWS in Negaunee Township, MI and links that always have updated info

By Greg Peterson
U.P. Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

Already this morning there have been numerous vehicle sliding off U.P. roads including SUVs .

Please drive slow – slow – slow – as you visit friends/relatives homes today.

A Jeep went flying off CR 553 near Marquette Mountain.

Then there was the Dodge Durango that flew 200 feet of a road in Chippewa County – not pleasing to wrecker drivers or cops.

Winter Storm Warning

Gale Warning

Wind Chill Warning

Winter Weather Advisory

Small Craft Advisory

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning

Wind Chill Advisory

 

MTU Web Cam 12-25-17 Portage Lift Bridge

Houghton-Hancock Lift Bridge from MTU webcam (we love their live cams)

MTU Web Cam 12-25-17 Keweenaw Waterway West

MTU Webcam  Keweenaw Waterway: West
A view of the Keweenaw Waterway looking west.

 

EXPECT BITTER COLD WIND CHILLS THROUGH MIDWEEK.

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
444 AM EST Mon Dec 25 2017

MIZ006-007-251745-
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-171227T0000Z/
Alger-Luce-
Including the cities of Grand Marais, Munising, and Newberry
444 AM EST Mon Dec 25 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow occurring. Snow will be especially
  heavy through this morning. Plan on difficult travel conditions.
  Total snow accumulations around 1 foot are expected through
  tonight from around Munising to Grand Marais and across northern
  Luce county, including at Pine Stump Junction. Snow amounts of 5
  to 8 inches are expected near Newberry, and amounts of 2 inches
  or less will occur over western Alger county, including at
  Trenary. Heavy snow with additional accumulations will continue
  Tuesday, especially near Lake Superior.

* WHERE...Alger and Luce Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will
  cause areas of blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as
  low as 25 below zero will cause frostbite in as little as 30
  minutes to exposed skin.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy lake effect snow means
significant amounts of lake effect snow are forecast that will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
444 AM EST Mon Dec 25 2017

MIZ001-003-251745-
/O.EXB.KMQT.WW.Y.0041.171226T0000Z-171226T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-171226T0000Z/
Keweenaw-Northern Houghton-
Including the cities of Copper Harbor, Houghton, and Hancock
444 AM EST Mon Dec 25 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 PM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow occurring. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions. For today, additional snow accumulations of 3
  to 5 inches, with localized amounts up to 8 inches, are
  expected. For tonight, additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4
  inches, with localized amounts up to 7 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Keweenaw and Northern Houghton Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 7 PM EST this
  evening. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this
  evening to 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 35 mph will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow, especially today. Cold wind
  chills as low as 30 below zero will cause frostbite in as
  little as 30 minutes to exposed skin.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy lake effect snow means
significant amounts of lake effect snow are forecast that will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

A Winter Weather Advisory for lake effect snow means lake effect
snow is forecast that will make travel difficult in some areas.
Use caution when traveling.

$$

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
444 AM EST Mon Dec 25 2017

MIZ085-251745-
/O.UPG.KMQT.WW.Y.0041.171225T1200Z-171227T0000Z/
/O.EXA.KMQT.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-171227T0000Z/
Northern Schoolcraft-
Including the city of Seney
444 AM EST Mon Dec 25 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow occurring. Snow will be especially
  heavy through this morning. Plan on difficult travel conditions.
  Additional snow accumulations of 9 to 13 inches, with localized
  amounts up to 17 inches, are expected through tonight, except
  near Steuben where an inch or less of snow is expected.
  Additional accumulations will occur on Tuesday.

* WHERE...Northern Schoolcraft County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause
  areas of blowing and drifting snow. Cold wind chills as low as
  30 below zero late this afternoon through Tuesday morning will
  cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy lake effect snow means
significant amounts of lake effect snow are forecast that will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

Violating the RICO Act: Delta County lawsuit against big pharma and chain pharmacies due to Opioid Crisis – as did Chippewa County and others

Delta County and Chippewa County join federal lawsuit telling big pharma and chain pharmacies to stop killing Upper Peninsula residents with opioids

Delta County vs Big Pharma, Chain Pharmacies graphic 1

There have been numerous drugs overdoses overnight including two in Marquette County. NarCan was used on one victim who regained consciousness in Ishpeming, MI

By Greg Peterson
U.P. Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Delta County/Marquette, MI) – Delta County And Chippewa County have joined others cities and counties across Michigan and Wisconsin – charging big pharma and chain pharmacies of creating the opioid epidemic that has killed many Upper Peninsula residents – and hundreds of thousands in deaths across the USA.

In fact, the civil suits alleged these companies are a crime organization – The Racketeering Influenced Corrupt Organizations Act – aka the RICO Act.

That’s a heavy weight charge usually used on the mob and others in  organized crime.

Read or download the Delta County lawsuit:

Delta County vs Big Pharma, Chain Pharmacies (1)

Delta County vs Big Pharma, Chain Pharmacies (2)

 

The alleged bad guys:

Purdue Pharma L.P.
Cephalon, Inc.
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
Endo International PLC
Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Insys Therapeutics, Inc.
Mallinckrodt PLC
Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
Allergan PLC
Actavis LLC
Actavis Pharma, Inc.
Watson Laboratories, Inc.
Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
AmerisourceBergen Corporation
Cardinal Health, Inc.
McKesson Corporation
Omnicare Distribution Center LLC
Masters Pharmaceutical, Inc.
CVS Health Corporation
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc.
Rite Aid Corporation
Costco Wholesale Corporation

“As in communities across the country, the adverse effects of opioid addiction radiate across the County of Delta. When workers in the County of Delta become addicted, it decreases their productivity and their earning power, and ultimately harms the local economy. “

CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION, ANNUAL SURVEILLANCE REPORT OF DRUG RELATED RISKS AND OUTCOMES: UNITED STATES, 2017, at 41-42 (2017

https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/pdf/pubs/2017-cdc-drug-surveillance-report.pdf

Delta County “households fall victim to the opioid epidemic, the children that rely on them fall victim as well—increasing the strain on social-service providers. The opioid epidemic has, perhaps, its most pernicious effects in neighborhoods where drugs are sold. The illegal drug trade often invites violence and decimates the quality of life for innocent families living nearby. Many choose to leave. The opioid epidemic has contributed to the destabilization of communities and neighborhoods in the County of Delta and elsewhere, and, in turn, has deprived the County of
Delta of tax revenue and increased the costs of delivering public services.”

Plaintiff, the County of Delta, accordingly brings this civil action to eliminate or, at a minimum, reduce the imminent threat to public health and safety in the County of Delta caused by the opioid epidemic, to abate the nuisance caused thereby, and to recoup monies spent to address the harm that resulted from: (1) the false, deceptive and unfair marketing of prescription opioids by Defendants, and from (2) Defendants’ failure to stop plainly suspicious orders of opioids, as defined below. The economic damages suffered by Plaintiff were caused by the use of opioid products that were foreseeable to Defendants and were sustained through Defendants’ patterns of activity directly resulting from their reckless, intentional and unlawful acts and omissions

Chippewa County goes after drug companies and national pharmacy chains that make addictive opioid drugs that have killed Upper Peninsula residents – joins other Michigan and Wisconsin governments

U.P. Breaking News Bulletin and Public Safety Advisory – 12-21-17 – 7:45 a.m.

The federal civil papers alleging crimes such as violation of the RICO Act have been filed by Chippewa County in federal court in Marquette

opioid crisis Chippewa County graphic.jpg

Chippewa County “has been uniquely and disproportionately impacted by the scourge of opioid addiction”

U.P. Breaking News has links that enabled the downloading or reading the actual lawsuit – which cost us a pretty penny. However, the crisis is so large – the money in federal court fees seems unimportant.

Opioid drugs from Hell kill tens of thousands in U.S. each year.

By Greg Peterson
U.P. Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Chippewa County/Marquette, MI) – In federal civil filing, Chippewa County explains why it joined the many cities and counties across Michigan and Wisconsin who have joined national lawsuit against pharmaceutical companies and pharmacies.

Allegations made against defendants: (1) Public Nuisance; (2) Negligence Per Se; (3) Negligence; And (4) Violations Of The Racketeer Influenced And Corrupt Organization Act (RICO Act).

Chippew lawsuit header

Get your own copies of federal suit  – download or read:

Chippewa County joins lawsuit against drug companies, pharmacies (1)

Chippewa County joins lawsuit against drug companies, pharmacies (2)

In Michigan, Chippewa County joins numerous other cities and counties suing the pharmaceutical companies that have cost thousands of lives including well over 100 deaths in the U.P. in recent years.
In Wisconsin, 20 counties are suing pharmaceutical companies over the massive and crooked marketing of prescription opioid painkillers that has caused a drug epidemic across the United States.

“According to the United States Census Bureau, as of 2010 the County of Chippewa had a population of 38,520. It was also estimated that, in 2016, 37,724 persons live in the County of Chippewa.,” the suit states.

The devilish painkillers at issue include OxyContin, MS Contin, Dilaudid/Dilaudid HP, Butrans, Hysingla ER, and Targiniq ER Percocet, oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydromorphone, and hydrocodone, opioids Nucynta and Nucynta ER; prescription opioids Actiq and Fentora; prescription opioids Kadian and Norco, a generic version of Kadian, and generic versions of Duragesic and Opana – and many more that makes the companies and pharmacies hundreds of billions of dollars annually while cause tens of thousands of deaths each year across the USA.

“Plaintiff, County of Chippewa, has been uniquely and disproportionately impacted by the scourge of opioid addiction,” Chippewa County officials declared in the lawsuit.

Chippewa County is the second largest county in the State of Michigan.

Chippewa County “has been highly affected by the tidal wave of opioids addiction that has swept through the nation,” the suit states. “The County is being forced to expend county resources combating the opioid epidemic and its cascading effects.

“As a direct result of Defendants’ corporate malfeasance, the County’s medical professionals and first responders must now prioritize combating drug overdoses, including opioid overdoses,” the suit declares. Chippewa County “law-enforcement officers are engaged in a pitched battle against the heroin trade, and against criminal enterprises illegally trading in prescription opioids. The County’s medical professionals must now spend their time and resources combating the multifaceted harms that drug addiction imposes on families, children, and infants.”

The national pharmacies targeted are CVS Health Corporation (“CVS”), Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (“Walgreens”)m Rite Aid Corporation (“Rite Aid”) and Costco Wholesale Corporation (“Costco”).

“The opioid epidemic has contributed to the destabilization of communities and neighborhoods in Chippewa County,” the suit states. Chippewa County has “been deprived” of “tax revenue and increased the costs of delivering county services.”

Chippewa County files the “civil action to eliminate or, at a minimum, reduce the imminent threat to public health and safety in Chippewa County caused by the opioid epidemic, to abate the nuisance caused thereby, and to recoup municipal monies spent to address the harm that resulted from:
(1) the false, deceptive and unfair marketing of prescription opioids by Defendants, and from
(2) Defendants’ failure to stop plainly suspicious orders of opioids, as defined below. The economic damages suffered by Plaintiff were caused by the use of opioid products that were foreseeable to Defendants and were sustained through Defendants’ patterns of activity directly resulting from their reckless, intentional and unlawful acts and omissions.

Watersmeet Township, MI: Six-year-old girl receives head injuries Thursday night in bed bunk accident – Should be warning to all parents this holiday season as bed bunk injuries happen more often than you think

U.P. Breaking News Bulletin and Urgent Safety Warning/Reminder – 12-21-17 – 11:20 p.m. Central Time

Watersmeet Township six-year-old girl receives head injuries and rushed to hospital after Thursday night bed bunk accident

Bunk bed graphic 2

By Greg Peterson
U.P. Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Gogebic County, MI) – An ambulance, law enforcement and first responders were called late Thursday night for a six-year-old Gogebic County, MI girl who had fallen out of the top of a bunk bed – and the child has been rushed to the hospital for treatment.

Initially it appeared the child was not seriously injured – however as head injuries sometimes do – her condition changed about 30 to 40 minutes after the accident.

“Now the patient is not conscious or alert” but was breathing, according to paramedics about a minute away from the hospital.

Studies show that children are killed and seriously injured by bed bunk falls (scroll down to see numerous stories/safety tips).

Bed Bunk injury 1

The incident was reported about 9:45 p.m. Central time on Thurs., Dec, 22, 2017. It is not known if the bed had a safety railing because studies show industrious kids having fun can accidentally fall out of a bunk bed any number of ways. This reporter remembers loving bunk beds as a kid.

The six-year-old girl was reported to have dilated pupils and the parents feared she may have suffered a head concussion or injury. Apparently the child’s prognosis initially appeared better than feared.

The girl “has been pretty healthy – a cough started two days ago,” the dispatcher told responding paramedics.

However, the ambulance was canceled and paramedics were advised the mother was going to drive the child to the doctor herself. The Beacon Ambulance would have taken the child to Aspirus Ironwood Hospital however due to her apparent good condition the parents had other wishes. Sadly that condition would change.

“The mother is gonna take the child by personal vehicle to doctor,” the dispatcher said.

Watersmeet Rescue/First Responders had a chance to evaluate the child’s condition. However, as all emergency officials know – head injuries can be a tricky and delayed issue. Then just as Watersmeet Rescue had left the home, a second call came in for first responders to return to the scene.

U.P. Breaking News is withholding the exact Watersmeet Township address out of respect for the family. However, if family members wish to discuss bed bunk injuries and safety – please contact U.P. Breaking News.

The child was acting appropriately when first seen, in the opinion of the EMS officials who spoke to the girl while treating her the first time. The statement was made while responding back to the scene and as part of answering questions from the ER over the radio.

The first time Watersmeet EMS was called “the child was talking to me,” the EMS paramedic said. “She has a red mark on the side of her left head … no swelling.”

The girl’s condition then warranted a fast ambulance ride to the ER. Like anyone who reads this, we are praying for the girl’s complete recovery as children are resilient.

U.P. Breaking News thought it would be a good time to remind people about the dangers of falling out of bunk beds – that most kids love. The incidents always happen when you least suspect including around the holidays as kids sometimes sleep in unfamiliar bunk beds at a relative’s home.

Bed Bunk Injuries, seems other countries are doing better preventing falls than USA:
MONDAY, June 2 (HealthDay News) — Injuries related to use of bunk beds should be a concern for young adults as well as small children, a new study shows.
Three-quarters of the children who sustain bunk bed-related injuries are aged 10 or younger, but injuries have surprisingly risen among individuals those between the ages of 18 and 21, noted the study from the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.
The study, which estimated an average of 36,000 bunk bed-related injuries annually over the 16-year period it analyzed, was published in the June issue of Pediatrics.
http://abcnews.go.com/Health/Healthday/story?id=4982599&page=1
Mom Shares Story of Son’s Tragic Bunk Bed Accident Death as Warning to Parents
News 1:47 PM PDT, October 14, 2016 – Caitlin Nolan
http://www.insideedition.com/headlines/19276-mom-shares-story-of-sons-tragic-bunk-bed-accident-death-as-warning-to-parents
http://www.nbcnews.com/id/24895552/ns/health-childrens_health/t/bunk-beds-cause-boo-boos-serious-injury/#.WjyDGDcrP4Y
http://www.kidsindanger.org/product-hazards/bunk-beds
Queensland extensive study – download pdf
https://cabinet.qld.gov.au/documents/2009/Jul/Bunk%20Bed%20RIS%20and%20draft%20PBT/Attachments/Bunk_Bed_RIS.pdf
National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education (NRC) at the University of Colorado College of Nursing Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado.
http://cfoc.nrckids.org/StandardView/5.4.5
https://www.aap.org/en-us/about-the-aap/aap-press-room/aap-press-room-media-center/Pages/Bunk-Bed-Safety.aspx

Bunk bed graphic 2

U.P. School Lock Down: Crash caused lock down of Manistique elementary school

URGENT – U.P. Breaking News Bulletin – 12-14-17

2:57 p.m.

Lock down just lifted to dismiss school

2:55 p.m.

Vehicle hits gas pipe – causes lock down at Manistique elementary school

Cherry St gas leak 2Cherry St gas leak

By Greg Peterson
Upper Peninsula Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Manistique, MI) – An elementary school is on a safety lock down at this hour after a nearby vehicle accident involving a natural gas leak.

Shortly after 2 p.m. today, Thurs., Dec. 14, 2017, an accident was reported that involves a car hitting a natural gas pipe.

The gas is leaking – and officers on the scene immediately ordered a lock down of the Emerald Elementary School about a blocked to the east of the crash.

Cherry St gas leak 3
A school official confirmed the lock down is still in effect.
SEMCO officials have been notified to respond to the scene and fix the problem.
No injuries have been reported.

“Difficult Travel” – Heavy Lake Effect snow impacting portions of US-41, M-28, M- 35 and M-94 – Winter Storm Warning continues today: The big 2017 24-hour Upper Peninsula snowstorm goes through 7 p.m. ET tonight – as up to heavy lake-effect snow, 40 mile per hour winds, huge Lake Superior waves and terrible driving – prepare for school and other closings on Tuesday

Happening now – U.P. Breaking News Weather Bulletin 12-12-17 5:05 a.m. ET

Updated forecasts released this morning:

https://radar.weather.gov/radar.php?rid=mqt

Lake Superior waves this morning caused  closing of Lakeshore Boulevard in Marquette as water from crashing waves and debris is washing onto the road.

Waves will pound Alger County shoreline today.

Up to 11 more inches of snow for some lake-effect snowstorm areas

Heavy lake effect snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions, including during the morning commute today.

Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches, except 7 to 11 inches from near Harvey through Skandia to Carlshend and McFarland are expected through this evening. Locations to the south and west of Champion to Negaunee and Gwinn will see snow totals of 1 to 4 inches through this evening.

High winds and heavy snow impacting portions of US-41, M-28, M- 35 and M-94,

Winter Storm Warning

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
434 AM EST Tue Dec 12 2017

MIZ005-121900-
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-171213T0000Z/
Marquette-
Including the cities of Gwinn and Marquette
434 AM EST Tue Dec 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow occurring. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions, including during the morning commute today.
  Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches, except 7 to 11
  inches from near Harvey through Skandia to Carlshend and
  McFarland are expected through this evening. Locations to the
  south and west of Champion to Negaunee and Gwinn will see snow
  totals of 1 to 4 inches through this evening.

* WHERE...Marquette County. Impacting portions of US-41, M-28, M-
  35 and M-94, especially south and east of Marquette.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause
  considerable blowing and drifting snow through late this
  morning. This will lead to occasional white-out conditions,
  especially along M-28 between Marquette and Munising.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy lake effect snow means
significant amounts of lake effect snow are forecast that will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

$$


 

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
433 AM EST Tue Dec 12 2017

MIZ001>007-009>014-084-085-131200-
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-Delta-Southern Schoolcraft-
Southern Houghton-Northern Schoolcraft-
433 AM EST Tue Dec 12 2017 /333 AM CST Tue Dec 12 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western Upper
Michigan and central Upper Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Occasional white-out conditions due to falling and blowing snow, and
additional accumulating snow expected through today and will lead
to difficult travel conditions across eastern Marquette,
northeastern Delta, and much of Alger counties. Especially along
the US-41 corridor in and south of the city of Marquette, and
adjacent highways primarily east of M-553. Across the west and far
east, hazardous travel will still be possible with light snow
accumulations through today. See the latest Winter Weather Message
for further details.

Large waves along the Lake Superior shoreline in Alger county will
continue through the mid morning hours. This will lead to minor
beach erosion and lakeshore flooding. See the latest Lakeshore
Hazard Message for further details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

Accumulating lake effect snow is possible in the northeast wind
snow belts on Wednesday afternoon and evening. Additional accumulating
lake effect snow is on the way through the end of the week.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to submit reports of snowfall and
low visibilities to the National Weather Service in Marquette.
The public may also submit reports through our webpage, Facebook
page or on Twitter.

$$

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
433 AM EST Tue Dec 12 2017

MIZ001>007-009>014-084-085-131200-
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-Delta-Southern Schoolcraft-
Southern Houghton-Northern Schoolcraft-
433 AM EST Tue Dec 12 2017 /333 AM CST Tue Dec 12 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western Upper
Michigan and central Upper Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Occasional white-out conditions due to falling and blowing snow, and
additional accumulating snow expected through today and will lead
to difficult travel conditions across eastern Marquette,
northeastern Delta, and much of Alger counties. Especially along
the US-41 corridor in and south of the city of Marquette, and
adjacent highways primarily east of M-553. Across the west and far
east, hazardous travel will still be possible with light snow
accumulations through today. See the latest Winter Weather Message
for further details.

Large waves along the Lake Superior shoreline in Alger county will
continue through the mid morning hours. This will lead to minor
beach erosion and lakeshore flooding. See the latest Lakeshore
Hazard Message for further details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday

Accumulating lake effect snow is possible in the northeast wind
snow belts on Wednesday afternoon and evening. Additional accumulating
lake effect snow is on the way through the end of the week.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to submit reports of snowfall and
low visibilities to the National Weather Service in Marquette.
The public may also submit reports through our webpage, Facebook
page or on Twitter.

$$


 

Winter Storm Warning

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
434 AM EST Tue Dec 12 2017

MIZ005-121900-
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-171213T0000Z/
Marquette-
Including the cities of Gwinn and Marquette
434 AM EST Tue Dec 12 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow occurring. Plan on difficult
  travel conditions, including during the morning commute today.
  Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches, except 7 to 11
  inches from near Harvey through Skandia to Carlshend and
  McFarland are expected through this evening. Locations to the
  south and west of Champion to Negaunee and Gwinn will see snow
  totals of 1 to 4 inches through this evening.

* WHERE...Marquette County. Impacting portions of US-41, M-28, M-
  35 and M-94, especially south and east of Marquette.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 30 mph will cause
  considerable blowing and drifting snow through late this
  morning. This will lead to occasional white-out conditions,
  especially along M-28 between Marquette and Munising.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy lake effect snow means
significant amounts of lake effect snow are forecast that will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

$$


 

12-11-17 7:40 p.m. ET

National Weather Service Office for Marquette, MI:
Travel conditions will deteriorate rapidly across eastern Marquette county and much of Alger county during the overnight hours, with white-out conditions possible at times along with significant snowfall

Updated special weather advisories for U.P. by NWS in Negaunee Township – calls for deep snow, white-out conditions, 40 mile per hour winds and generally terrible driving

By Greg Peterson
Upper Peninsula Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Upper Peninsula of Michigan) – For the next 24-hours heavy lake effect snow will pound many areas of the U.P. – and creating deadly driving conditions.

Numerous power outages have been reported in the Escanaba area due to issues with a substation and with trees/powerlines. Several city of Escanaba line crews have been called out

Here are the latest warnings and advisories:

weather.gov     

National Weather Service:

Winter Storm Warning


 

 

 

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
206 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017

MIZ005-120315-
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0007.171212T0000Z-171213T0000Z/
Marquette-
Including the cities of Gwinn and Marquette
206 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING
TO 7 PM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Plan on difficult travel
  conditions, including during the morning commute on Tuesday.
  Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches, except 12 to 19
  inches from near Marquette and Harvey to near McFarland,
  Carlshend and Skandia, are expected. Locations to the south and
  west of Champion to Ishpeming and Gwinn will see snow totals of
  1 to 3 inches.

* WHERE...Marquette County. Impacting portions of US-41, M-28,
  M-35 and M-94, especially south and east of Marquette.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph near Lake
  Superior and 30 mph inland will cause areas of blowing and
  drifting snow. This will lead to white-out conditions at times,
  especially along M-28 between Marquette and Munising.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for McFarland, Carlshend and Skandia means
significant amounts of lake effect snow are forecast that will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

$$



 

Winter Storm Warning

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
206 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017

MIZ005-120315-
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0007.171212T0000Z-171213T0000Z/
Marquette-
Including the cities of Gwinn and Marquette
206 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING
TO 7 PM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Plan on difficult travel
  conditions, including during the morning commute on Tuesday.
  Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches, except 12 to 19
  inches from near Marquette and Harvey to near McFarland,
  Carlshend and Skandia, are expected. Locations to the south and
  west of Champion to Ishpeming and Gwinn will see snow totals of
  1 to 3 inches.

* WHERE...Marquette County. Impacting portions of US-41, M-28,
  M-35 and M-94, especially south and east of Marquette.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph near Lake
  Superior and 30 mph inland will cause areas of blowing and
  drifting snow. This will lead to white-out conditions at times,
  especially along M-28 between Marquette and Munising.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy lake effect snow means
significant amounts of lake effect snow are forecast that will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

$$


 

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
430 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017

MIZ001>007-009>014-084-085-122130-
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-Delta-Southern Schoolcraft-
Southern Houghton-Northern Schoolcraft-
430 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017 /330 PM CST Mon Dec 11 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western Upper
Michigan and central Upper Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

Tonight, moderate to heavy lake effect snow will develop from
west to east across the north wind snow belts. Strong and gusty
north winds to around 35 mph will create blowing and drifting
snow, which will restrict visibilities and create hazardous travel
conditions across the north wind snowbelts. Travel conditions
will deteriorate rapidly across eastern Marquette county and much
of Alger county during the overnight hours, with white-out
conditions possible at times along with significant snowfall. See
the latest Winter Weather Message for further details.

The strong and gusty northerly winds off of Lake Superior will
allow large waves to build along the Alger County shoreline. This
will lead to minor beach erosion and lakeshore flooding. See the
latest Lakeshore Hazard Message for further details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

Significant impacts to travel are expected to linger across
eastern Marquette county and much of Alger county, where
occasional white-out conditions and significant snowfall will last
through the day on Tuesday. Across the west and east, hazardous
travel will still be possible with light snow accumulations on
Tuesday. See the latest Winter Weather Message for further
details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to submit reports of snowfall and
low visibilities to the National Weather Service in Marquette.
The public may also submit reports through our webpage, Facebook
page or on Twitter.

$$


U.S. Dept. of Commerce
NOAA National Weather Service
1325 East West Highway
Silver Spring, MD 20910
E-mail: w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov
Page last modified: May 16, 2007
 
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE: for Safety, for Work, for Fun – FOR LIFE

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
430 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017

MIZ001>007-009>014-084-085-122130-
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-Delta-Southern Schoolcraft-
Southern Houghton-Northern Schoolcraft-
430 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017 /330 PM CST Mon Dec 11 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western Upper
Michigan and central Upper Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

Tonight, moderate to heavy lake effect snow will develop from
west to east across the north wind snow belts. Strong and gusty
north winds to around 35 mph will create blowing and drifting
snow, which will restrict visibilities and create hazardous travel
conditions across the north wind snowbelts. Travel conditions
will deteriorate rapidly across eastern Marquette county and much
of Alger county during the overnight hours, with white-out
conditions possible at times along with significant snowfall. See
the latest Winter Weather Message for further details.

The strong and gusty northerly winds off of Lake Superior will
allow large waves to build along the Alger County shoreline. This
will lead to minor beach erosion and lakeshore flooding. See the
latest Lakeshore Hazard Message for further details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

Significant impacts to travel are expected to linger across
eastern Marquette county and much of Alger county, where
occasional white-out conditions and significant snowfall will last
through the day on Tuesday. Across the west and east, hazardous
travel will still be possible with light snow accumulations on
Tuesday. See the latest Winter Weather Message for further
details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to submit reports of snowfall and
low visibilities to the National Weather Service in Marquette.
The public may also submit reports through our webpage, Facebook
page or on Twitter.

$$


 

Winter Storm Warning

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
206 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017

MIZ005-120315-
/O.CON.KMQT.WS.W.0007.171212T0000Z-171213T0000Z/
Marquette-
Including the cities of Gwinn and Marquette
206 PM EST Mon Dec 11 2017

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING
TO 7 PM EST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Plan on difficult travel
  conditions, including during the morning commute on Tuesday.
  Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches, except 12 to 19
  inches from near Marquette and Harvey to near McFarland,
  Carlshend and Skandia, are expected. Locations to the south and
  west of Champion to Ishpeming and Gwinn will see snow totals of
  1 to 3 inches.

* WHERE...Marquette County. Impacting portions of US-41, M-28,
  M-35 and M-94, especially south and east of Marquette.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Tuesday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 40 mph near Lake
  Superior and 30 mph inland will cause areas of blowing and
  drifting snow. This will lead to white-out conditions at times,
  especially along M-28 between Marquette and Munising.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy lake effect snow means
significant amounts of lake effect snow are forecast that will
make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case
of an emergency.

 

Updated 4:15 p.m. Upper Peninsula snow forecast and hazardous travel from NWS Office in Negaunee Township, MI: A Windy, Lake-Effect Snowy Weekend

U.P. Breaking News Bulletin – 12-8-17 – update 5:30 p.m. ET

Since 4:30 p.m. today, two rollover accidents in the U.P. have been reported and roads are getting worse.

Rollovers reported on Baseline Road off M-35 in Forsyth Township – and another rollover on East 15 Mile Road in Chippewa County where a man had to be extricated by cutting off the roof of his vehicle.

2:54 p.m. ET

mtu snow webcam 12-8-17 3

Famous Lake Superior Snow Machine

By Greg Peterson
Upper Peninsula Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Upper Peninsula of Michigan) – Updated winter special weather statements have begun to be issued this afternoon The National Weather Service Office in Negaunee Township.

Scroll down to see the afternoon weather updates/links.

From I-75 in the Soo to the treacherous slippery hills of the Houghton/Hancock area – snowplows, sanders and law enforcement have spent the last 12 hours dealing with wrecks, logging trucks have trouble on hills, vehicles sliding into te ditch and the ever perilous question will you make it up one of the Houghton County Hills (One snowplow driver referred to them as mountains).

Snowmobiles are finally making themselves heard across the U.P. – and skiing and other winters sports are underway even now.

Plus hands down the best webcams in all the Upper Peninsula –  including variety of locations and clarity – is Michigan Tech University in Houghton, MI.

https://www.mtu.edu/webcams/

MTU snow webcam 12-8-17 2MTU snow webcam 12-8-17 1mtU snow webcam 12-8-17 4

The National Weather Service Office in Negaunee Township

http://www.weather.gov/mqt/

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Winter Weather Advisory in effect from December 8, 10:00 PM EST until December 9, 01:00 PM EST

 

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
414 PM EST Fri Dec 8 2017

MIZ001>007-009>014-084-085-091300-
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-Delta-Southern Schoolcraft-
Southern Houghton-Northern Schoolcraft-
414 PM EST Fri Dec 8 2017 /314 PM CST Fri Dec 8 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western Upper
Michigan and central Upper Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

Light snow will spread across the area this evening, producing
accumulations of an inch or two. Moderate to heavy lake effect
snow will then develop in the north wind favored snow belts.
Several inches of fluffy snow are possible downwind of Lake
Superior, heaviest over the high terrain of the north central and
west. See the latest Winter Weather Message for further details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday

Moderate to locally heavy lake effect snow is possible for the
north wind favored snow belts Saturday, but the snow will diminish
from west to east during the afternoon. Several inches of fluffy
snow are possible downwind of Lake Superior, heaviest over the
high terrain of the north central. See the latest Winter Weather
Message for further details.

Moderate to heavy lake effect snow is possible over the Keweenaw
Peninsula late Saturday night and then east of Marquette on
Sunday, especially in the morning.

Another period of moderate to heavy lake effect snow is possible
for the snow belts favored by north winds late Monday afternoon
through Tuesday morning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to submit reports of snowfall and
low visibilities to the National Weather Service in Marquette.
The public may also submit reports through our webpage, Facebook
page or on Twitter.

 

URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
142 PM EST Fri Dec 8 2017

MIZ005-090245-
/O.CON.KMQT.WW.Y.0034.171209T0300Z-171209T1800Z/
Marquette-
Including the cities of Gwinn and Marquette
142 PM EST Fri Dec 8 2017

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS
EVENING TO 1 PM EST SATURDAY…

* WHAT…Lake effect snow expected. Snow will fall moderate to
heavy at times tonight into Saturday morning. Plan on slippery
road conditions. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches, with
localized amounts up to 7 inches, except 1 to 3 inches well
inland from Republic to Arnold, are expected.

* WHERE…Marquette County.

* WHEN…From 10 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Saturday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Be prepared for reduced visibilities at
times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A Winter Weather Advisory for lake effect snow means lake effect
snow is forecast that will make travel difficult in some areas.
Use caution when traveling.

$$

——-

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
457 AM EST Fri Dec 8 2017

MIZ001>007-009>014-084-085-091200-
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-Delta-Southern Schoolcraft-
Southern Houghton-Northern Schoolcraft-
457 AM EST Fri Dec 8 2017 /357 AM CST Fri Dec 8 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western Upper
Michigan and central Upper Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight

Moderate to heavy lake effect snow will be possible for north to
northwest wind favored snow belts this morning and again late this
afternoon through tonight. Several inches of fluffy snow are
possible downwind of Lake Superior, heaviest over the high terrain
north- central and west. See the latest Winter Weather Message
for further details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday

Moderate to heavy lake effect snow will be possible for north wind
favored snow belts Saturday. Several inches of fluffy snow are
possible downwind of Lake Superior, heaviest over the high terrain
north-central and west. See the latest Winter Weather Message for
further details.

Periods of lake effect snow will be possible Saturday night
through Thursday. The chances for moderate to heavy snowfall will
increase Monday afternoon through Tuesday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to submit reports of snowfall and
low visibilities to the National Weather Service in Marquette.
The public may also submit reports through our webpage or Facebook
page or on Twitter.

$$

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CAPTURED 12-18-17 Most Wanted Chippewa County, MI: Find this man who is in hiding from charges of beating a woman on the reservation and its not his first brush with the law

UPDATE 12-20-17 – This most wanted guy was captured Monday night 12-18-17:

He reportedly was picked-up outside of Walmart in Sault Ste. Marie, MI.

Find this violent man who is hiding in Chippewa County – and do not let him hide – he is one bad dude

David Tadgerson wanted 1 (2)

By Greg Peterson
U.P. Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Chippewa County, MI) – This is one bad guy that needs to be taken off the streets.

David Tadgerson wanted 1 (2)In fact – he has been upgraded to the Most Wanted List available on phone and pad apps (see below).

U.P. Breaking News is especially concerned about the rate of domestic violence in the U.P. – and often a Marquette federal prosecutor gets the bums convicted and sent to prison. You have to be especially heinous to be charged in federal court.

34-year-old David Paul Tadgerson is accused in a brutal attack on his girlfriend on a Native American reservation in Chippewa County.

If people have information as to his whereabouts, they can contact the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office at 906-635-6355, Chippewa County Central Dispatch at 906-495-3312 (911 for emergencies) or they can submit an anonymous tip using our Sheriff mobile app under the “Submit-A-Tip” icon. See link to apps below.

David Tadgerson wanted 2

One source says:

Tadgerson is wanted for aggravated assault on girlfriend.

He is to believed be hiding in woods between Raco, MI and Eckerman, MI.

Tadgerson you can run – but you will be found. Everyone report tips.

Tadgerson also has a federal court case from a few years ago – Tadgerson was busted for operating a motor vehicle without a registration and under a plea deal got fines – but no jail time.

David Paul Tadgerson Federal Court Judgement 11-18-2015

David Paul Tadgerson Federal Court 2015

David Paul Tadgerson Federal Court 2016

But he has much bigger problems now. If the attack was on the reservation – he could face federal charges for that.

But now he is wanted for aggravated assault, failure to appear in court and flight to avoid prosecution.

Chippewa County Sheriff's Department logo

Keep up on the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Department most wanted and more but you need a cell phone or pad.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ocv.chippewacountysheriffmi
https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1225702005

Wind causing downed trees and power line issues in the U.P. – Don’t be surprised if your power goes out or trees tumble overnight – already power lines down in Marquette, Houghton and Gogebic counties

Update 11:30 p.m. ET 11-27-17 – Chocolay Township Volunteer Fire Department responded to a power line on trees – and the live power line has set part of tree on fire – whipped by winds.
The location 2441 East M-28 near Shot Point Road.
The tree is along the driveway of the residence.

U.P. Breaking News Weather and Wind Damage Advisory  11-27-17 9:30 p.m.

By Greg Peterson
U.P. Breaking News
Owner, News Director
906-273-2433

(Upper Peninsula of Michigan) – The wind has been howling over the Upper Peninsula – and damage reports are already coming in from Marquette, Houghton and Gogebic counties.

Just after 9 p.m. Central Time, Gogebic County 911 was receiving reports of numerous trees down.

Moments ago, firefighters were dispatched to downed power lines in Houghton County near the Tapiola Apostolic Lutheran Church at 17602 N Lake Ave, Chassell, MI  in Portage Township

 Also power line issues already in Gogebic County:

“I don’t see it lasting very long,” said a police officer in Gogebic County a few minutes ago after being called to power lines sparking in trees.
That will happen over night in many place. Please post photos of wind damage you spot. We rely on people to help us put a visual angle on our news.

Here are the special weather statements from the National Weather Service Office in Negaunee Township, MI:

Wind Advisory

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Marquette MI
318 PM EST Mon Nov 27 2017

...WINDY TONIGHT NEAR LAKE SUPERIOR...

MIZ001>007-009-084-280900-
/O.NEW.KMQT.WI.Y.0008.171127T2300Z-171128T0900Z/
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Southern Houghton-
Including the cities of Copper Harbor, Ontonagon, Houghton,
Hancock, L`Anse, Gwinn, Marquette, Grand Marais, Munising,
Newberry, Ironwood, Kenton, and Sidnaw
318 PM EST Mon Nov 27 2017 /218 PM CST Mon Nov 27 2017/

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM EST /5 PM CST/ THIS EVENING
TO 4 AM EST /3 AM CST/ TUESDAY...

The National Weather Service in Marquette has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 6 PM EST /5 PM CST/ this
evening to 4 AM EST /3 AM CST/ Tuesday.

Hazardous Weather:

 * Expect south winds to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph tonight.
   Isolated higher wind gusts are possible.

 * The strongest winds will occur near Lake Superior, especially
   over the higher terrain and near the immediate Lake Superior
   shoreline, including at Ironwood, Ontonagon, Copper Harbor,
   Big Bay, Marquette, Munising and Grand Marais.

Impacts:

 * The strong winds will make driving high profile vehicles
   difficult, especially in open areas exposed to southerly winds.

 * Any unsecured loose objects outside, such as holiday
   decorations, will be easily blown about by the winds.

Precautionary/Preparedness Actions:

 * A Wind Advisory means that frequent wind gusts of 45 to
   57 mph are expected or occuring.

 * Prepare, plan, and stay informed. Visit www.weather.gov/mqt

&&

$$

JLA



 

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
352 PM EST Mon Nov 27 2017

MIZ001>007-009>014-084-085-281200-
Keweenaw-Ontonagon-Northern Houghton-Baraga-Marquette-Alger-Luce-
Gogebic-Iron-Dickinson-Menominee-Delta-Southern Schoolcraft-
Southern Houghton-Northern Schoolcraft-
352 PM EST Mon Nov 27 2017 /252 PM CST Mon Nov 27 2017/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western Upper
Michigan and central Upper Michigan.

.DAY ONE...Tonight

Southerly winds to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph are expected
tonight across portions of northern Michigan...especially along
the shores of Lake Superior. See the latest wind advisory
statement for more details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday

West winds gusts between 35 and 45 mph are possible over the west
half of the Upper Peninsula, especially over the Keweenaw
Peninsula, Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday evening.

Waves of 9 to 13 feet are possible along the west side of the
Keweenaw Tuesday afternoon and for areas east of Munising along
the Lake Superior beaches Tuesday night. Minor beach erosion is
possible.

Light freezing rain is possible over the central Upper Peninsula
late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning. Only minor ice
accumulation is expected at this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

The need for weather spotter reports is not anticipated at this
time.