(WWJ) Michigan State Police are imploring drivers to slow their speeds and travel with caution as falling snow makes for white-out conditions on slick and treacherous roads and freeways — particularly on the west side of the state.
In metro Detroit, the snow has been on the lighter side Wednesday. However: "As we head into early on this evening, the most substantial snow showers we'll put it that way, are off to the north and west of Detroit toward Livingston County and when you get out towards I-69," said AccuWeather Meteorologist Brian Thompson.
He said strong winds will remain a factor as well all around the metro Detroit area, with a Wind Advisory in effect until 10 p.m. and gusts up to 45 mph possible.
Meanwhile, it's much worse on the roads in western Michigan.
MSP said there were multiple vehicle crashes along southbound 131 north of West River. Luckily, there were no major injuries.
"FOLKS....I don't know what else to say.....SLOW DOWN!!" @MSPWestMI tweeted, sharing photos of some of the wrecks.
The National Weather Services says western Michigan could see up to a foot of snow on the ground before it's all over.
In metro Detroit, we're expecting much less.
Thompson said more snow showers on the way Thursday could lead leave a coating to an inch on the ground, resulting on more slippery road conditions and reduced visibilities for drivers in the afternoon and evening.
Meanwhile, it'll stay seasonably cold, with highs in the 20s and lows in the teens with real-feel temps below zero.
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