Significant winter weather is expected over the next 28 hours in the local area.

Emergency Management is warning locals in Mason, Lake, Osceola, Clare, Oceana, Newaygo, Mecosta, and Isabella County about hazardous and slippery road conditions that will impact both the morning and evening commute. 

Snow accumulations of four to six inches are expected with higher isolated amounts nearing seven inches possible. Snow will begin overnight and be ongoing Tuesday morning for the commute to work or school. Periods of snow can be expected to continue into the day on Tuesday before tapering off some Tuesday night. Some light snow will persist into the morning on Wednesday. The Wednesday morning commute could have some lingering impacts as well. Wind gusts as high as 40 mph late Tuesday night and on Wednesday are also expected.

The weather advisory is in effect from 4 A.M. Tuesday to 10 A.M. Wednesday. Please be aware of changing weather conditions and monitor roads for safety while travelling.