Mid-Michigan residents are preparing for a significant winter storm set to impact the region at the end of this week. The Storm Tracker 12 Weather Team has declared Alert Days for Friday and Saturday due to the forecast effects of the approaching winter weather system.

According to the National Weather Service, a winter storm is expected to bring several inches of snow to the area from Friday afternoon through Saturday. The heaviest snowfall is predicted to occur Friday night into Saturday morning, potentially accompanied by some rain mixed in.

With temperatures dropping on Friday, more of the precipitation is likely to fall as snow compared to the recent weather system earlier this week. Residents can expect poor travel conditions, as the increase in winds may result in blowing snow and reduced visibility on the roads. Commuters should anticipate difficult travel during the evening on Friday and throughout Saturday.

While it is still too early to determine the exact amounts and areas with the heaviest snowfall, Mid-Michigan is expected to see accumulating snow during this time frame. The Storm Tracker 12 meteorologists will continue monitoring the situation to provide further updates.

Following the winter storm, an arctic blast of cold weather will hit the region, bringing the coldest temperatures of the winter so far. High temperatures for much of next week are expected to remain in the teens, with low temperatures dropping to the single digits. There is even a possibility of daily high temperatures in the single digits in the early days of next week.

As the cold air settles in, there may be marginal chances for continued snow showers, primarily in the form of lighter lake effect snow showers into Sunday. Mid-Michigan residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions to stay safe and warm during this winter weather event.

Please note that the National Weather Service has not currently issued any watches, warnings, or advisories specifically for this winter storm and the potential arctic blast. However, it is essential to stay updated with the latest weather forecasts and bulletins for any changes or additional alerts that may be issued.

Overall, Mid-Michigan is bracing itself for the combination of heavy snowfall, strong winds, and bitter cold temperatures in the days ahead. Stay tuned for further updates from the Storm Tracker 12 Weather Team as they closely monitor this winter storm and its impacts on the region.