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Nice Christmas with highs around 40
Christmas won't be white, but at least that means there won't be any snow creating a mess on the roads. Alan Longstreet has what to expect for your holiday.
DETROIT (FOX 2) - Driving back from holiday trips could be tricky Friday due to a system expected to bring freezing rain to much of the state, including Southeast Michigan.
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A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Lapeer, St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe counties from 5 a.m. until 4 p.m. Dec. 26.
According to the National Weather Service, the area is expected to receive a wintry mix that will lead to 0.10" to 0.20 inch of ice accumulation, with higher totals possible in some spots.
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Travel impacts
This freezing rain is expected to lead to slick road conditions during a day that is often busy with post-holiday travel.
Drivers are urged to slow down, increase following distance, and use extra caution on Friday, especially if they must drive in the morning.
Other dangers
Walking could be tricky on untreated sidewalks, too, so caution is also urged if you will be outside on foot.
The NWS has also issued an alert that localized power outages could be possible.
The Source: This information is from the National Weather Service.
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