Metro Detroit Winter Storm Warning: Snow Could Pile Up At 1 Inch An Hour

METRO DETROIT, MI — Metro Detroit — including the counties of Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Livingston and Washtenaw — is under a winter storm warning through 4 a.m. Monday, and as much as 10 inches of snow could fall, according to the National Weather Service.

The heaviest snow is expected between 3-11 p.m. and could fall at around an inch an hour before ending sometime after midnight. Temperatures will remain in the lower 30s overnight through Monday morning.

Roads will become snow covered and very hazardous and visibility will be reduced, resulting in treacherous travel across the area through Sunday night. Travel is not recommended, but if you must travel, make sure you’ve got an extra flashlight and food and water in your vehicle.

Who to Call in a Power Outage

You should also gather some other items you may need in the case of a power outage — and don’t forget to talk through the emergency plan with your family:

• Have plenty of matches, candles and flashlights on hand in case the power goes out.
• If you have a wood-burning fireplace or stove, make sure you have some cut firewood ready in case of an emergency.
• A few extra gallons of water.
• Non-perishable food items for you and your pets.
• Lots of blankets, sleeping bags and comforters.
• A battery-powered radio.
• Backup battery for your cell phone and computer
• A first-aid kit.

To report a power outage:

• DTE Energy: Call (800) 477-4747 to report a power outage or downed power lines; call (800) 947-5000 to report a natural gas emergency or leak. Check the outage map. More information here.
• Consumers Energy: Call (800) 477-5050, Check the outage map. More information here.

Once the snow is over, Arctic air is expected to move into the area by midweek. The combination of winds and cold temperatures could lead to wind chill readings of 10 to 20 degrees below zero Wednesday and Thursday mornings.