In Leelanau County, the weather can drastically change from one minute to the next.  Familiarize yourself with the following terms to help identify a winter storm hazard. 

Freezing Rain

Rain that freezes when it hits the ground, creating a coating of ice on roads, walkways, trees, and powerlines.

Sleet

Rain that turns to ice pellets before reaching the ground.  Sleet also causes moisture on roads to freeze and become slippery.

Winter Storm Watch

A winter storm is possible in your area.  Turn in to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for more information.

Blizzard Warning

Sustained winds or frequent gusts to 35 miles per hour or greater and considerable amounts of falling or blowing snow (reducing visibility to less than a quarter mile) are expected to prevail for a period of three hours or longer.

Frost/Freeze Warning 

Below freezing temperatures are expected.