Winter Weather Warnings: Heavy Snow and Hazardous Conditions Expected in West Michigan and Northeast Ohio

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for parts of West Michigan, including Van Buren, Allegan, Berrien, and Cass counties, with heavy lake effect snow expected from Monday morning until Tuesday morning. Snow showers will develop in the morning, with intense lake effect snow bands forming in the afternoon, primarily west of U.S. 131. Travel conditions are likely to deteriorate in the afternoon and evening, with areas west of U.S. 131 experiencing the worst impacts. Snowfall accumulations of 5-8 inches are expected in some areas, with locally higher amounts possible. Gusty winds of 35-50 mph may cause blowing and drifting snow, leading to reduced visibility and potential power outages. Conditions are expected to improve by early Tuesday morning.