WEST MICHIGAN — The forecast from FOX 17 Meteorologist Kara James: Another major Spring storm is on the horizon, starting with slushy snow that will develop overnight, transitioning to freezing rain after midnight north of I-96. Road impacts will be fairly limited for most of the area. A few slick spots are possible toward Fremont and Big Rapids where there is a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY for Oceana, Newaygo, Mecosta and Montcalm counties, with up to 2" of snow possible in those areas as well. Wednesday will be warmer, with highs in the 60s, with rounds of severe thunderstorms possible in the afternoon and evening. Timing is roughly from 2 p.m. to midnight, with all severe storm hazards possible: damaging straight line winds, spin-up tornadoes, and hail larger than quarters. The Storm Prediction Center placed areas from I-96 to the south under an ENHANCED RISK AREA (Level 3 out of 5) for severe storms Wednesday. Locally heavy rain and isolated areas of flooding will also be possible as more than 1-2" of rain will fall in spots. The system clears quickly by daybreak Thursday. Weather conditions become quiet and seasonable to finish the week, with some sunshine and highs in the low-mid 50s for Thursday and Friday. Stay tuned to FOX 17 for the latest forecast updates.
TONIGHT: Wintry mix developing after midnight. Lows in the low 30s. Winds: E 10-20 mph
WEDNESDAY: ENHANCED RISK SEVERE Wintry Mix Early. Breezy and mild with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Some storms could be strong or severe. Highs in the mid-upper 60s.
THURSDAY: Partly cloudy. Highs in the mid-50s.
FRIDAY: Partly cloudy. Pleasant. Highs in the mid-50s.
SATURDAY: A chance of a few showers, especially south of I-94. Highs in the mid-50s.
SUNDAY: Colder with the chance for light flurries or a light wintry mix. Highs in the mid-upper 40s.
MONDAY: Sharply colder with scattered snow showers or flurries. Highs in the upper 30s.
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