Metro Detroit weather: Cold eases some Wednesday, but wind chills stay well below average

It won't be as cold as it was to start the week, but Wednesday still has the chill, with Metro Detroit wind chills forecasted to be well below average for this time of year.

A little less cold - but still chilly
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Temperatures are headed in the right direction, but you really won't feel it Wednesday. 

Michigan utility crews mobilizing after damaging winter storm

People living in northern Michigan are still working to recover after a blizzard brought massive snowfall to the area. Some areas got hit with more than 30 inches of snow, leading to downed power lines and numerous power outages.

Statewide tornado drill to be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday

Counties and municipalities will be activating tornado sirens during the test, although participation is voluntary.

Northern Michigan snow totals: 2-3+ feet of snow recorded in some areas

Many residents in upper Michigan are digging their way out of several feet of snow after a winter storm pummeled the northern part of the state. See the most recent snow totals below.

Meteor with 'loud boom' seen in Ohio, Pennsylvania

A loud boom heard around Ohio and beyond Tuesday morning was caused by a meteor, according to the National Weather Service Office in Cleveland.

It'll be the coldest St. Patrick's Day Metro Detroit has experienced in 5 decades

It’s a chilly St. Patrick’s Day across Metro Detroit, and if it feels colder than usual, you’re not imagining things. While today’s chill isn’t record-breaking, it firmly lands in the “rare" category.

Colder Tuesday
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Breezy and cold for St. Patrick's Day with lake effect snow showers throughout the day. Milder temperatures on the way by Thursday. Meteorologist Lori Pinson has your forecast.

High winds topple tree on Redford home, family opens GoFundMe

The weather roller coaster continues to wind its way across Michigan, and while the Upper Peninsula is dealing with record snow, the windy conditions in Metro Detroit are wreaking havoc as well.

Winter Weather hammering Michigan: Blizzards, damaging ice, and more

Just a glance at the state of Michigan on Monday will reveal what the state already knows: It's no stranger to chaotic weather and the state is getting a giant dose of all of that today.

Blizzard conditions continue for parts of upper Michigan
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The most recent numbers, which were last updated Sunday, show that parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula have already received 2 feet of snow, and it is still coming.

Another Windy Day
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Mild to start with falling temperatures throughout the day resulting in light snow. Wind Advisory remains in place. Meteorologist Lori Pinson has your forecast.

Heavy winds expected through Monday evening
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There is a wind advisory through Monday evening for all of Southeastern Michigan, including gusts up to 50 miles per hour.  There is a chance for some strong thunderstorms late Sunday night. Gusty winds the main threat.  Much colder air will arrive Monday evening and last through Wednesday morning.  Temps will moderate later this week.  Rest of Sunday evening / night… Blustery and mild… some overnight showers and storms… some could be strong. Low 43 Monday: Cloudy…. WINDY… falling temps… perhaps some flurries… high 44 Tuesday (St Patty’s Day): Mostly cloudy… BRISK and COLD… high near 30 Wednesday: Cloudy and chilly… some flurries…. High 39 Thursday: Mostly cloudy…. shower chance….high near 50 Friday: Mostly cloudy… high 54 Saturday: Mostly cloudy…. high 53

Gov. Whitmer activates Michigan Emergency Operations Center as blizzard, ice storm threaten parts of state

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer activated the State Emergency Operations Center as severe weather threatens northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, with blizzard conditions and significant icing possible.