Winter Weather in Southeast Michigan: Snow totals falling but wind gusts will send temps plummeting
There's some good news for those waking up Friday morning: Projections for snow totals have fallen and most of the metro area won't see more than 4 inches. But hazardous conditions remain.
Oakland County Sherriff's rescue injured swan that was stuck in frozen lake
Residents nearby reported seeing the distressed swan on the lake and called the police.
Michigan power outages: Using DTE's outage map during the pre-Christmas storm
DTE is prepared for power outages as best as they can be - but are urging people who get knocked offline to be patient.
School closings: Metro Detroit Christmas snowstorm prompts Friday closures
All of Southeast Michigan is under a winter storm warning starting at 7 p.m. on Thursday and lasting through Saturday morning at 4 a.m. While it may be the start of holiday break for many school districts, not all are done for the semester.
Southeast Michigan at risk of 'Flash Freeze' as Christmas winter storm moves in
A "Flash Freeze" threatens Southeast Michigan Thursday as temperatures plummet near midnight as the Christmas snowstorm moves in.
How to deal with frozen pipes during Christmas snow storm
A massive snowstorm is pushing into Michigan this Christmas weekend. Here's how ot prevent your pipes from bursting in the arctic cold.
Winter Storm Warning in Southeast Michigan through Saturday morning
Travel may be "very difficult or impossible" during the blizzard-like conditions, the National Weather Service said in their latest alert.
Winter storm adds uncertainty to strong holiday travel demand
Heavy snow, ice, and strong winds are possible between Thursday and Saturday across most of the country. AAA estimates more than 100 million people are expected to travel during the holiday season.
When storms 'bomb out': Explaining how a bomb cyclone forms
The term "bomb cyclone" comes from the term "bombogenesis." A storm intensifies rapidly and can create significant impacts such as heavy snow, rain, high winds, and coastal flooding.
NFL Week 16 games brace for dangerous wind chills from massive bomb cyclone
As if the run game wasn’t already an essential aspect of a football rivalry, it’ll be more critical during Week 16 play as drastic weather will impact several NFL games this weekend.
Winter Storm Watch vs. Warning: What's the difference?
The difference between a watch and a warning has to do with risk and the potential for serious weather.
Metro Detroit Christmas snowstorm timeline: when to expect blizzard conditions
A dangerous snowstorm is about to blow into Detroit and we'll see blizzard conditions leading into Christmas Eve.
First day of winter is December 21: The science behind the winter solstice
Winter officially begins in the Northern Hemisphere on Dec. 21 with the winter solstice, the day with the least amount of possible daylight and the longest night.
Detroit's snow removal policy: When do streets get plowed?
While the city is prepared to plow its 673 miles of streets - it will only get residential streets plowed if more than six inches of snow fall. Here's what to know:
How to navigate flying for the holidays with an incoming blizzard
More than 1.3 million Americans will fly through Detroit Metro Airport this holiday season, just as the region gets slammed by a blizzard. Here's the best way to avoid the biggest headaches of traveling.
How holiday travel will be affected by incoming major winter storm in Metro Detroit
As Americans prepare to fly for holiday visits, a massive winter storm will affect Michigan travelers - and not just in Michigan. Delays and cancelations are expected across the entire country and many are already adjusting their plans.
Christmas winter storm: Detroit's three warming shelters open
With a fierce winter storm taking aim at the upper Midwest and single digit temperatures coming to Southeast Michigan, Detroit has opened warming shelters around the city to offer some respite from the conditions.
This is the best time to travel for Christmas to avoid winter storm cancellations, delays
A major winter storm is expected to produce damaging winds and drop feet of snow in many locations this week, and with the Christmas holiday travel season in full effect, the timing couldn’t be worse.
Michigan snowstorm: Keep your car's gas tank at least half full all winter
While driving in a snowstorm is not advised, there are still some important steps you can take protect your car in Michigan winters
Winter weather in Michigan: How to drive in a snow storm
The best way to stay safe during a snow storm is to stay at home. But if that can't be avoided, here's how to navigate icy and snowy roads.