Why the viral terracotta pot heater is a dangerous myth: What to do instead
Staying warm during an ice storm is paramount, but a recent “trick" going around social media is not what you think it is and can actually be dangerous.
Staying warm during an ice storm is paramount, but a recent “trick" going around social media is not what you think it is and can actually be dangerous.
Snow and record lows in Michigan: Winter weather persists this weekend
If you were looking for relief from the bone-chilling temperatures that have frozen Michigan the past week, you'll have to wait awhile longer for any sort of refuge.
If you were looking for relief from the bone-chilling temperatures that have frozen Michigan the past week, you'll have to wait awhile longer for any sort of refuge.
Freezing temps turn to weekend snow showers in Southeast Michigan
As the freezing weather continues into Friday night, Metro Detroiters may need to prepare for more wintry conditions going into the weekend.
As the freezing weather continues into Friday night, Metro Detroiters may need to prepare for more wintry conditions going into the weekend.
Melvindale neighborhood flooded and frozen over after pipe bursts from Arctic temperatures
It required bulldozers, excavators, and the committed crews from a Wayne County city to help dig out and thaw a neighborhood frozen over after a water main break.
It required bulldozers, excavators, and the committed crews from a Wayne County city to help dig out and thaw a neighborhood frozen over after a water main break.
Michigan snow forecast: Weekend outlook shows 3-6 inches Sunday for most of Metro Detroit
Snow is expected Sunday in Southeast Michigan, with current models placing most parts of the region in a 3-6-inch range.
Snow is expected Sunday in Southeast Michigan, with current models placing most parts of the region in a 3-6-inch range.
Wind chills as low as -25 in Southeast Michigan prompt Cold Weather Advisory to start weekend
Wind chills in Southeast Michigan drop 15 to 25 below zero early today and stay there through Saturday morning, leading to a Cold Weather Advisory.
Wind chills in Southeast Michigan drop 15 to 25 below zero early today and stay there through Saturday morning, leading to a Cold Weather Advisory.
Metro Detroit locations closing due to extreme cold temps: Some events staying open
From schools to festivals and even the Detroit Zoo, many places are set to be closed on Friday due to the oncoming frigid temperatures. However, not all events are halting operations.
From schools to festivals and even the Detroit Zoo, many places are set to be closed on Friday due to the oncoming frigid temperatures. However, not all events are halting operations.
The lowest wind chill ever recorded
A New Hampshire mountain holds the record for the lowest wind chill ever recorded in the U.S.
A New Hampshire mountain holds the record for the lowest wind chill ever recorded in the U.S.
What to do if your flight gets canceled due to winter storms
Flight cancellations are likely this weekend as a massive winter storm is expected to cripple much of the U.S.
Flight cancellations are likely this weekend as a massive winter storm is expected to cripple much of the U.S.
Metro Detroit school closings for Jan. 23
Arctic temperatures combined with some extra snowfall will cap off what has been a freezing start to the year in 2026. That means both snow days and cold days are on the table for the districts around the region.
Arctic temperatures combined with some extra snowfall will cap off what has been a freezing start to the year in 2026. That means both snow days and cold days are on the table for the districts around the region.
Detroit Zoo, Belle Isle Nature Center closing Friday and Saturday due to extreme cold
The Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center will be closed Friday and Saturday due to extreme cold.
The Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center will be closed Friday and Saturday due to extreme cold.
Metro Detroit weather: A bit more snow Thursday as temps start to fade ahead of arctic blast
The coldest air Metro Detroit has felt this season is on the way, but first we have to get through a little more snow.
The coldest air Metro Detroit has felt this season is on the way, but first we have to get through a little more snow.
Do trees actually explode from 'extreme' cold?
Can trees really explode in the extreme cold? Rumors are spreading on social media that the frigid temperatures in the Upper Midwest this week could mean exploding trees. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down this viral claim.
Can trees really explode in the extreme cold? Rumors are spreading on social media that the frigid temperatures in the Upper Midwest this week could mean exploding trees. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down this viral claim.
Metro Detroit weather: Temps rise a bit Wednesday, but snow prompts Winter Weather Advisory
A Winter Weather Advisory takes us through the morning commute as snow falls in Southeast Michigan.
A Winter Weather Advisory takes us through the morning commute as snow falls in Southeast Michigan.
LIVE: Metro Detroit road conditions during Winter Weather Advisory
Southeast Michigan is under a Winter Weather Advisory until 1 p.m. as snow falls throughout the morning commute. Check road conditions before you head out.
Southeast Michigan is under a Winter Weather Advisory until 1 p.m. as snow falls throughout the morning commute. Check road conditions before you head out.
'Coming in with heart attacks:' Health experts on staying safe in dangerously cold temps
With temperatures dropping to single digits over the next few days, it’s more important than ever to bundle up.
With temperatures dropping to single digits over the next few days, it’s more important than ever to bundle up.
Is school canceled? How Michigan districts decide when to call off class
It's not always an easy decision to cancel class and there are several factors that go into a district deciding when to do so.
It's not always an easy decision to cancel class and there are several factors that go into a district deciding when to do so.
'What's the difference?' Metro Detroiters going to work in frigid temperatures
Frigid temperatures are rolling across Metro Detroit and as many try to stay toasty, many still need to work in the dangerous conditions.
Frigid temperatures are rolling across Metro Detroit and as many try to stay toasty, many still need to work in the dangerous conditions.
Avoiding a broken furnace and other preparations for the winter months
Avoiding a broken furnace or cracked pipes can be tricky in the winter, especially during periods of intense cold. Here are some cheap and free tips for avoiding the worst.
Avoiding a broken furnace or cracked pipes can be tricky in the winter, especially during periods of intense cold. Here are some cheap and free tips for avoiding the worst.
How Metro Detroit school districts decide when to call a snow day
For weeks, Southeast Michigan has dealt with cold, snowy temperatures, forcing many school districts to declare a snow day, keeping students and faculty away from campus to prioritize safety.
For weeks, Southeast Michigan has dealt with cold, snowy temperatures, forcing many school districts to declare a snow day, keeping students and faculty away from campus to prioritize safety.