Detroit/Pontiac, MI
Weather Forecast Office
Overview
A strong clipper system moved southeast across the Great Lakes region on Wednesday, bringing upwards of 9 inches to some locations. Snowfall totals ranged between 3 and just over 9 inches across portions of Southeast Michigan. A winter storm warning went into effect at 10 AM Wednesday morning and lasted through midnight. Travel was significantly impacted as the heaviest snows fell during the evening rush hour.
Snowfall Map
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			 Total amount of snow that fell across Southeast Michigan on Wednesday, December 13th.  | 
		
Radar:
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| Radar loop courtesy of Iowa Environmental Mesonet | 
			 Map depicting the watches and warnings that were in effect on Wednesday, December 13th.  | 
			
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                Detroit/Pontiac, MI
                9200 White Lake Road
                                White Lake, MI 48386
                
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