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Rain, snowmelt push Upper Peninsula rivers toward flood stage
MARQUETTE, MI — Heavy rain and rapid snowmelt are driving a broad flood threat across the Upper Peninsula. Most of the Upper Peninsula is under a flood watch through Wednesday, April 15 following heavy rainfall that dropped 1 to 3 inches across the U.P. on Sunday, pushing rivers to or above flood stage and sending water into roads, parks and low-lying neighborhoods.
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Sturgeon River flood warning endures amid mass Copper Country snowmelt
COPPER COUNTRY, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Rain and heavy snow cover are causing flooding conditions across the region. A Flood Warning continues indefinitely for the Sturgeon River from Pelkie to Chassell. As of this morning, the Sturgeon had passed the bankfull stage. The National Weather Service anticipates the river will rise past flood stage today, crest at about two feet above flood stage Wednesday evening, recede temporarily, then resurge to nearly three feet above flood stage this weekend. Water levels may reach the bottom of Froberg bridge northeast of Pelkie, in addition to other bridges that cross the river. Rain is anticipated again tonight, with a thunderstorm possible. Additional rain could fall Thursday, and again Friday night. The Weather Service cautions that any low-lying areas around streams and rivers are at risk until the heavy snow pack is gone, and the ground thaws. Officials urge you not to try to drive through flooded areas. As little as six inches of moving water can stall a small car, and a foot can float most cars off the road. Turn around, and find an alternate route. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY MY UP NOW – WBUP/WJMN. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED,
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More rain tonight with possible thunderstorms
Another round of rain, which could be a soaking rain or heavy rain is expected tonight. Combined with the snowmelt, this will continue to lead to areas of flooding. Do not drive through a flooded roadway or drive through any barricades. Remember, turn around, don't drown. Stronger thunderstorms also can't be ruled out tonight, large hail will be possible in the strongest thunderstorms. Flooding will remain a concern through the end of the week and possibly this weekend. Another system arrives Thursday with more rain, followed by a surge of warmth into the lower 70s on Friday for inland areas west of Marquette. This combination of rain and rapid snowmelt will cause significant river rises before much colder air and light snow return for the weekend. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY MY UP NOW – WBUP/WJMN. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED
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Spring brings Flood Watch as storms set to melt stacked UP snowpack
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN/WBUP) — A flood watch is in effect for the coming week as springlike warmth arrives in the wake of a historic blizzard and prolonged cold, according to the National Weather Service. Meteorologists say there’s already a large amount of water “locked up” across the region in ice and deep snow piles. "Then you add the rainfall and the possibility that a lot of the snowpack could disappear all at once over just a few days, you’re talking about even more water moving into an area, very quickly," said NWS-Marquette meteorologist Joe Phillips. Forecasters warn that a quick warmup — along with multiple rounds of thunderstorms expected to move through — could melt that snowpack rapidly and push water into creeks, rivers and low-lying areas that commonly flood during spring. At this point, the National Weather Service says minor flooding is the most likely outcome, and current projections do not show a high chance of more significant flooding. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY MY UP NOW – WBUP/WJMN. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED
WLUC
FIRST ALERT: Flood risk rises alongside temperatures
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Flood concerns rise as temperatures rise into the 50s with showers in the forecast this weekend. NWS alerts in effect HERE. Flood Watches are in place across the whole U.P. due to high runoff and the rain moving in this weekend. Your Saturday starts off sunny but clouds roll in the afternoon with rain developing in the western counties in the evening. Rain starts off light but intensifies during the overnight hours.
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FIRST ALERT WEATHER: Floods, fog and thunder to affect the region on Sunday
WEATHER STORY: For storm systems, the Northland is most affected by Alberta Clippers that come from Alberta Province and move by quickly. We also get a lot of Colorado Lows from Colorado that pack plenty of moisture. The latter will be with us this weekend and much of the week ahead. Heavy rain, thunderstorms and flooding are all possible. Normals: 29 for low, 49 for high.
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FIRST ALERT: Wet, slushy conditions as warm spring soon shifts into high gear
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The U.P. town that gets 150 fewer inches of snow than its neighbors is worth the drive
Escanaba sits on Little Bay de Noc, an inlet of Lake Michigan on the southern shore of the Upper Peninsula, and it gets a fraction of the snow that buries the rest of the region. Most of the U.P. sees 200 or more inches each winter. Escanaba gets about 50....
WLUC
FIRST ALERT: Icy patches from mix & rain
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) -Watch out for icy patches on untreated surfaces as a mix of snow and freezing rain moves through this morning. It clears by late morning. The afternoon will become breezy with gusts of 25-35mph. First Alert Weather App>TV6 Apps for iOS and Android devices. Then, a cold...
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FIRST ALERT: Midweek mix before spring warmth
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) -High pressure tracks across the region, resulting in a dry and sunny day. Temperatures remain below normal in the 30s. First Alert Weather App>TV6 Apps for iOS and Android devices. Travel will be a little icy tomorrow morning as snow mixes with freezing rain. That clears by...
WLUC
FIRST ALERT: From snow & cold to spring warmth
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Light to moderate snow will move in across the Western and Northern U.P. during the morning. It clears by the afternoon. Snowfall will range from 1 to 3 inches, with more than three inches in the high terrain. Watch out for slick roads and reduced visibility as winds turn breezy. Winds gust 25-35mph today.
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After a cold and snowy Monday, warmer temperatures move in by midweek
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - After some afternoon sunshine on Easter, clouds build back in this evening. The next round of snow arrives early Monday morning in the western U.P. and spreads east throughout the morning. Snow continues for much of the day on Monday in northern wind belts. Most of...