West Michigan Winter Weather Updates: Advisories and Storm Watches in Effect

Winter weather advisories and winter storm watches have been issued in West Michigan, with a winter weather advisory in effect through 7 p.m. Friday. Additional snow accumulations of 1-3 inches are expected through Thursday, accompanied by wind gusts of up to 35 MPH. The National Weather Service warns of rapidly changing visibility and road conditions due to lake effect snow. A winter storm watch is also anticipated from Saturday morning through Sunday morning, with heavy snow and accumulations of six or more inches possible over the weekend. Travelers are advised to slow down and exercise caution during this time.