Lansing Area Under Winter Storm Watch as Heavy Snow Expected

Winter Storm Watch Issued for Lansing Area

The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a winter storm watch for the Lansing area, effective from Friday afternoon through late Friday night. Residents should prepare for heavy lake effect snow, with accumulations potentially exceeding 6 inches, especially near Lake Michigan.

Details of the Winter Storm Watch

The watch indicates that a burst of accumulating snow is expected mid to late Friday morning through early afternoon, with rates up to an inch per hour. Later in the day, an intense band of heavy lake effect snow may develop over southern Lake Michigan, impacting portions of central and southern Cook County near the lake for a period Friday evening before focusing eastward into northwestern Indiana later Friday night.

Impacts and Precautions

Residents are advised to monitor the latest forecasts for updates and be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions. Hazardous travel conditions are expected, with roads likely becoming slick and hazardous. Visibility may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.

Stay Informed

For the most current information, residents should consult local news outlets and the National Weather Service’s official channels.

Sources

• National Weather Service Chicago issues winter watch for Lansing area