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• Cold weather advisory issued for subzero wind chills in West Michigan

  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Arctic air will soon slide into West Michigan, bringing the coldest temperatures so far this season. The cold will be severe enough that a cold weather advisory has been issued from 1 a.m. Friday through 10 a.m. Saturday. Wind chills are expected to range from -15 to -25 degrees below zero. Download the free Storm Team 8 weather app ARCTIC BLAST Most of the Midwest will see frigid temperatures return Thursday night through Saturday. The National Weather Services has issued an extreme cold watch for most of West Michigan High temperatures are expected to remain in the single digits Friday and Saturday for most of West Michigan. The current record coldest high temperature for Jan. 23 and 24 hover in that range. Safety tips to remember as temperatures drop in West Michigan Low temperatures will be quite jarring by Saturday morning, dipping into the negative double digits. Luckily, winds are expected to be slightly calmer during this time frame. Friday will see a northwest wind at 5 to 15 mph, while Saturday will see an east wind in the single digits. Still, "feels-like" temperatures will dip as low as -20 to -25 degrees in some spots. Keep in mind that most West Michigan schools generally close if wind chills reach -20 or colder. Slightly warmer temperatures will arrive early next week. Temperatures, however, will still be about 10 to 20 degrees below average. Storm Team 8 Forecast LAKE-EFFECT SNOW PERSISTS Lake enhanced snow arrives once again late Wednesday into Thursday morning. Most of the region will see around 2 to 4 inches of snow. Some higher totals are possible slightly further inland. Some higher totals are possible slightly further inland, along US-131 A winter weather advisory will stay in effect until 7 p.m. Thursday. More lake-effect snow will linger into Friday morning. Highest totals once again are expected along the lakeshore. Inside woodtv.com: Radar You can submit your winter weather photos at WOODTV.com/ReportIt.

• More snow headed to West Michigan Wednesday: How much you might get

  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — More snow is on the way to West Michigan, with a system moving in early Wednesday followed by additional rounds of lake-effect snow. Inside woodtv.com: Radar WINTER STORM WARNING A winter storm warning and winter weather advisory will go into effect at midnight and continue through 10 a.m. Wednesday. WHEN WILL THE SYSTEM ARRIVE? A warm front is expected to lift through lower Michigan overnight. The heaviest snow is expected between 3 a.m. and 8 a.m. Wednesday. This timing may lead to some closures and delays across West Michigan. It comes on the heels of several school districts having to cancel classes both Monday and Tuesday. HOW MUCH SNOW? West Michigan has gotten several inches of snow so far this week. With Wednesday's system, most the region will see around 2 to 5 inches more. Higher totals are possible at the lakeshore, where some areas could see up to 7 inches. ReportIt: Send us your photos While a break in the snow is quite likely midday Wednesday, lake-effect snow makes a big return late Wednesday night as winds turn to the west once again. Highest totals will target lakeshore counties, where several inches of additional snow are likely. Lake-effect snow chances will continue Thursday and Friday. A few snow showers may even linger into the weekend. At the lakeshore, some communities may make a run at a foot or more of snow. Some schools may stay closed all week long. Inside woodtv.com: School Closing Predictions NEXT UP: ARCTIC BLAST The snow is just one half of the story. Arctic air surges in on Friday and lingers throughout the weekend. High temperatures will hover in the single digits with lows well below zero. The coldest point of the week is expected to be Saturday morning. Wind chills could easily stay near -15 Friday and Saturday during the day with wind chills as cold as -25 degrees possible in places Friday night. Sign up for the Storm Team 8 daily forecast newsletter Keep in mind that frostbite can occur within 10 minutes with temperatures this cold. Temperatures will warm slightly into early next week.

• I-196 reopens after 100-car pileup reported in Hudsonville area

  HUDSONVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) — I-196 in the Hudsonville and Zeeland area reopened just before 6 p.m. Monday after being closed for much of the day following a pileup of more than 100 cars, including dozens of semis, amid heavy snow and windy conditions. The highway was closed for nearly eight hours between exit 62 to Hudsonville and exit 55 to Zeeland, according to the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. Crashes began around 10:20 a.m. Arctic air, lake-effect snow to hit West Michigan "Deputies were dispatched after receiving multiple reports of numerous crashes and slide-offs in the area," the sheriff's office said in a release. "The incident also includes several jack-knifed semi-trucks." All of those injured in the crash, about nine to 12 people, had been taken to hospitals by 2 p.m., authorities said in a release. No fatalities were reported. Photos: More than 100 cars involved in Hudsonville-area pileup Vehicles involved in the more than 100-car pileup on I-196 between Hudsonville and Zeeland on Jan. 19, 2026.Vehicles involved in the more than 100-car pileup on I-196 between Hudsonville and Zeeland on Jan. 19, 2026.Vehicles involved in the more than 100-car pileup on I-196 between Hudsonville and Zeeland on Jan. 19, 2026.Tow trucks on I-196 at 32nd Avenue on Jan. 19, 2026.Traffic on I-196 at 32nd Avenue on Jan. 19, 2026.Traffic on I-196 at 22nd Avenue on Jan. 19, 2026.A pileup of over 100 vehicles on I-196 in Hudsonville. (Courtesy Mark Gillissen)A pileup of over 100 vehicles on I-196 in Hudsonville. (Courtesy Mark Gillissen)A pileup of over 100 vehicles on I-196 in Hudsonville. (Courtesy Mark Gillissen) Inside woodtv.com: Live traffic conditions Authorities used buses to take a few dozen stranded drivers to Hudsonville High School where they were able to call for rides, reconnect with family members and warm up. The high school's parking lot is being used as a drop-off lot for damaged vehicles while owners arrange for repairs.  "Motorists are encouraged to avoid this stretch of (I-196) and avoid travel completely, unless necessary," the sheriff's office said. Stranded drivers from the I-196 pileup reunite with family members and escape the cold at Hudsonville High School on Jan. 19, 2026.Stranded drivers from the I-196 pileup reunite with family members and escape the cold at Hudsonville High School on Jan. 19, 2026.Hudsonville High School prepares to receive stranded drivers on Jan. 19, 2026. 15-CAR PILEUP SHUTS DOWN NB US-131 The northbound lanes of US-131 at West Main and the US-131 Business Loop have reopened after a series of car crashes shut it down for much of the day Monday, the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office reported. Approximately 15 vehicles were involved in crashes, including multiple jackknifed semi-trucks entangled in a guardrail. Amid the crashes, US-131 in Allegan and Kalamazoo Counties was filled with slow driving, blowing snow and plow trucks. Multiple semis and other vehicles crashed along northbound US-131 at West Main amid snowy and icy conditions, causing authorities to shut it down. (Courtesy KCSO)Multiple semis and other vehicles crashed along northbound US-131 at West Main amid snowy and icy conditions, causing authorities to shut it down. (Courtesy KCSO)Multiple semis and other vehicles crashed along northbound US-131 at West Main amid snowy and icy conditions, causing authorities to shut it down. (Courtesy KCSO) Ben Regoso was driving to Berrien Springs after a day of hiking north of Grand Rapids. After making the drive north on Sunday, he said the conditions going south were about the same level of risk. “Driving was still kind of iffy but you know, there are some whiteout conditions. We're taking it slow and we want to just make sure we get home," said Regoso. As day turned to night, around a dozen semi-trucks stopped at the Alamo Rest Stop in Kalamazoo County off US-131. Many drivers were opting to stay put in hopes that morning would bring better weather. Truck driver Tom Miller said he came to the interchange a few minutes after the major crash on US-131. He said he had to wait four hours to as traffic was ground to a halt. "Some of us, some of them were able to get backed up and get up to the business loop there and get around it. But my truck was too heavy and I just couldn't get any traction up that hill to go backwards,” he said. The low visibility and wind are among the major worries. "People see us going nice and slow and it's like when I'm running on an empty trailer going to pick up a load on these slick roads when gust of wind and I'm going in the other lane." Miller said. Doing the job for two years, his reminder for other drivers is simple. "Everybody keep your distance, keep off each other, leave an hour early, and just try to stay away from these trucks,” he told News 8. CRASHES THROUGHOUT THE MORNING The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids issued a warning to drivers, saying that "travel is not recommended" near and west of US-131 through Monday afternoon. Crashes have been reported throughout the day, closing single lanes and entire roads. Snowy conditions in Grand Rapids on Jan. 19, 2026. Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories are in effect through 7 a.m. Tuesday. The heaviest snow is expected to fall through Monday morning, with rates gradually lessening after that. The most persistent snow will be along and west of US-131. Winds gusting over 30 mph will create substantial blowing and drifting, leading to reduced visibility and, at times, whiteout conditions. "Numerous whiteouts are being captured on (Michigan Department of Transportation) webcams across major interstates and highways this morning," the NWS wrote around 5:20 a.m. "Winds increase this morning and the risk for whiteouts will also be increasing." Download the free Storm Team 8 weather app As temperatures hover in the teens and continue to fall, road crews have been forced to change up their strategy. Salt becomes less effective during the extreme cold, so crews are mixing in sand to provide traction. "The sand becomes the primary part of that mixture. It's almost all sand with some liquids to cut it in," Steve Roon, maintenance director for the Kent County Road Commission, told News 8. "We may go upwards of 1,000 pounds of sand per centerline mile, so that we're giving that traction across that driving surface where we can." The Kent County Road Commission says it will keep returning to state and county primary roads Monday to make sure they're passable. As conditions allow, crews will move into local roads. If you're heading out, the road commission urges you to take it slow, keep your headlights on and give plow trucks plenty of space. Closings and delays Most schools across West Michigan are closed Monday. Many were already closed in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, while others called a snow day. For a full list of closings, click here. — News 8's David Horak contributed to this report.

• Arctic air, lake-effect snow hit West Michigan

  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Arctic air Monday and Tuesday will lead to hazardous conditions at times across West Michigan, especially along US-131 to the lakeshore. Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories are in effect through 7 a.m. Tuesday morning. The primary impacts of this storm will be blowing snow, below-zero wind chills and several inches of new snowfall. The highest snowfall amounts are favored to occur near and west of US-131. 100-car pileup reported on I-196 in Hudsonville area among dozens of crashes snaring West Michigan HEAVY LAKE-EFFECT As of Monday morning, most cities across West Michigan reported a range of snow between 2 and 10 inches. The highest totals were along and west of US-131. Although the heaviest snow fell Monday morning, snow showers will continue. An additional 1 to 3 inches of snow are expected with highest amounts at the lakeshore. Gusty winds, occasionally over 30 mph, will create substantial blowing and drifting. Whiteout conditions are likely in the heaviest bands, and rural roads will be susceptible to "drifting shut," especially near the lakeshore. Storm Team 8 Forecast Winds will calm slightly Monday evening. Still, blowing snow may be a slight factor Tuesday. FRIGID TEMPERATURES Drier weather will emerge by late Tuesday morning. However, the cold is here to stay. Tuesday morning will once again see wind chill values between -5 and -10 degrees. This weekend, another Arctic blast is expected, bringing potentially even colder air. Sign up for the Storm Team 8 daily forecast newsletter Another round of snow is possible on Wednesday with most models indicating a fresh batch of 2 to 4 inches across West Michigan. Luckily, Wednesday will be slightly warmer with highs in the upper 20s favoring road treatments becoming more effective. Stay with Storm Team 8 through the upcoming week, as additional chances for snow and arctic air intrusions are in the forecast.

• Snowy stretch as frigid temperatures continue

  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — West Michigan is entering a snowy stretch, with the entire region expected to see at least some accumulation and some areas getting several inches. Inside woodtv.com: Radar WINTRY WEEKEND Scattered lake-effect snow showers are likely to carry forward through Saturday with the greatest intensity moving to the northwest of Grand Rapids and approaching the lakeshore. Inside woodtv.com: Closings and delays That's where a winter weather advisory is in effect for areas along and west of US-131 until 7 a.m. Sunday. Off-and-on snow showers will persist into Sunday before a lull in the activity tomorrow afternoon. ReportIt: Send us your photos Through Sunday morning, most of West Michigan will see a couple more inches of snow. Locally higher totals are expected in some parts of Oceana, Muskegon, and Ottawa Counties. FRIGID CONDITIONS INTO MLK DAY MONDAY Another cold front will be ready to slide through Sunday night, bringing in a higher producing snow event. This frontal passage will likely bring about another period of some heavier snow late Sunday and continuing forward into Monday with a taste of arctic air. Highs on Monday and Tuesday will likely range between 10° and 15°. Snow chances continue to come in waves for most of the eight-day forecast, thanks to more shots of cold air dipping down into West Michigan. Sign up for the Storm Team 8 daily forecast newsletter It appears this upcoming week has the potential of becoming one of the snowiest and coldest of the winter season. Citing the snow and frigid temperatures, Mel Trotter Ministries on Friday issued a "Code Blue" through Jan. 22. That means the Grand Rapids homeless shelter will open its overflow capacity and send out more team members to try to urge people out of the cold.

• Snow Sport Report: Jan. 15, 2026

  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — It's mid-January, and it's going to look and feel like it this weekend. Much of the state has had a good winter so far, with amounts running above average across the state. Grand Rapids is actually a little below average for the season (-3.1 inches), but we'll put a dent in that by the end of the weekend. Cold and snow will be the theme this weekend and likely beyond. Central and southern Michigan really took a beating last weekend with the record warmth and rain. This weekend, we'll rally and fill in some of those bare spots. The snow depth across the state is some of the best of the year, especially across the north. The snow forecast looks most robust from the lakeshore to two counties inland, where a light, fluffy 6-12 inches will be likely by late Sunday. Several clipper systems will swing through, producing bursts of lake enhanced snow, particularly Friday and Saturday. Download the free Storm Team 8 weather app Not only will it enhance the snow, it will also reinforce the cold, ensuring whatever snow falls will not melt any time soon. SKIERS This is one of the biggest weekends of the year for ski resorts as many snow enthusiasts take advantage of MLK Day on Monday. Great news: Mother Nature will cooperate. Due to the MLK Day holiday weekend, resorts will be putting in place their holiday hours. If you plan to ski, just know that it will get progressively colder through the weekend. Saturday will be in the 20s with wind chills in the teens. Sunday will be a step colder with teens expected and wind chills in the single digits. Monday's temperatures might be prohibitively cold, with single-digit temps and wind chills -10 to -20 below zero. Storm Team 8 Forecast SCHUSS: 95 inches of snow this winter has the Schuss/Shanty Creek resort in prime condition with over 90% of their runs open. Take advantage of the holiday hours from Friday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tubing is also an option, running Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday and Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you book a stay at The Lakeview Hotel, you receive half off lift ticket prices! CANNONSBURG: Cannonsburg is running at a very solid 82%, and temperatures will be plenty cold to make more snow to kick it up to 100%. Hours are Friday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday and Monday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tubing, with reservations only, runs this weekend from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Monday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. BITTERSWEET: 73% of the slopes are open with the hours of Friday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. TIMBERIDGE: 50% of the skiing terrain is open. The hours are Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN: An excellent week of snow has nearly 100% of runs open with a solid base of over 3 feet. The hours of operation are Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CABERFAE PEAKS: 100% open with extended hours Sunday. You can put your edges on the slope Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. BOYNE MOUNTAIN: 100% of their slopes are open, and you can take advantage of them with extended holiday hours as well. There's a special late-night bonus Friday with hours to midnight! Hours Saturday and Sunday are from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and resuming from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  The Mountain has recently opened its Iglu Snow Fort Bar, a place where you don't have to worry about your drinks getting warm. THE HIGHLANDS: Over 80 inches of snow has made for a fantastic season so far, and all 55 trails are ready for you. Take advantage of the extended holiday hours Sunday. Friday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and resuming 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. NUB'S NOB: 100% open and ready for all guests. Open Friday through Sunday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. TREE TOPS: A solid 90 inches of snow has graced the Tree Tops resort in Gaylord this winter, putting it in prime condition. Over 90% of the resort is skiable. Open Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Extreme tubing Friday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. SNOWMOBILERS Last week's record warmth and heavy rain wiped out many lower Michigan trails. The good news is that many will come back online this weekend, especially from US-131 to the lakeshore. I checked a couple reports from the Baldwin and Cadillac area, and they said they held onto a decent base. With the expected snow this weekend, the groomers should have things looking really good. There's even a chance that some of the trails west of Grand Rapids to Muskegon and the Hart area will be back in decent shape as well. Per usual, the U.P. has the most to play in with snow depths as a lofty 1 to 3 feet near Lake Superior. Whatever snow falls will be sticking around with a snow lover's dream 8-14 day temperature and precipitation outlook. It should remain cold through the end of January. It may be cold enough to open the ice bridge to Mackinac Island. Fingers crossed. Have a fun weekend and don't forget to take advantage of Michigan's wintertime treasure, the snow! Sign up for the Storm Team 8 daily forecast newsletter The Snow Sport Report is sponsored by Schuss Mountain at Shanty Creek Resort.

• Stretch of snow, cold on the way into the weekend

  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Arctic air's invasion into West Michigan this weekend will lead to periods of snow and cold over a several day stretch. Tonight's system will bring heavy lakeshore snow to some, resulting in a winter weather advisory for many along the lakeshore and winter storms warning for Berrien and Cass counties. Wednesday's weather led to some trouble on West Michigan roads. Michigan State Police saying a semi-truck jackknifed on US-131 near Kalamazoo Wednesday. No one was hurt, but it snarled traffic for a time. MSP warned drivers to be cautious and watch out for emergency and road crews out working. "Michigan has what we call the 'Move Over' law for first responders, so if you're driving down the roadway and you see an emergency vehicle, a first responder vehicle such as police, ambulance, tow truck driver or even a snow truck on the side of the road with their lights flashing, make sure you give them a lane so that they can have some space between you and them," Lt. DuWayne Robinson told News 8. Another system on Friday is expected to bring several inches of snow for most, with more building in for the weekend ane beyond. Even colder air is set to arrive Tuesday, with highs in the teens and more snow expected. While we might have a few reprieves from the cold through the end of the month, in general, the second half of January is trending colder than average. While cold and snow aren't unusual in January, they aren't guaranteed. Some years, the January thaw can keep temperatures too mild to sustain snow on the ground. This season, frequent cold snaps to finish out January and a southerly storm track should keep local resorts happy and enthusiasts active. Climatologically, we usually see our biggest system snows in late January and February. —News 8's Kyle Mitchell contributed to this report.

• Ask Ellen: How do potholes form?

  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Michigan's perfect climate for freeze-thaw fluctuation means potholes are a common occurrence, but how exactly do they form? It all has to do with how road layers interact with stress from vehicles and impacts from water and freeze-thaw cycles. As vehicles drive repeatedly over the same sections of roadway, fractures begin to form in weakened areas. Any cracks that appear then allow rainwater to trickle in below the surface course and down into the base course. This base course is still susceptible to freezes and thaws as the weather changes, so water in that layer will freeze and thaw. The moment the ice in the base layer undergoes a strong thaw, the ice that was supporting and pushing on the surface course melts, and that section of the road crumbles into a classic pothole. The more freeze-thaw cycles in a season, the more potholed the roads become. The future of concrete? Michigan's freeze-thaw cycles have been getting more tumultuous in recent years, making the pothole problem even worse. That, and traffic loads have increased as more people flock to West Michigan cities. A way to combat the pothole problem is to develop a new material to coat roads. Pictured MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D, and Assistant Professor Qingxu "Bill" Jin in the College of Engineering at Michigan State University Assistant Professor Qingxu "Bill" Jin in the College of Engineering at Michigan State University and his graduate student Xiaoqiang "Antonio" Ni have developed a new kind of concrete that is self-heating, self-healing, and flexible. This astounding new substance could change the game for roads in West Michigan. The substance uses sunlight to store energy and release it as heat when temperatures approach freezing, keeping it snow-free. It can also bend and move with thawing surfaces and repair hairline cracks on its surface. Current testing puts the weight load to 2,000 lbs before cracking, which is about half the weight of an average car. In October of 2025, four slabs of varying test mixtures were poured to see which would best withstand the winter.

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Chief Meteorologist Ellen Bacca (and husband Mark) welcomed their first child over the weekend, with the birth of Piper Sunny. Check out these sweet pictures<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hurricane Lee continues to slowly track toward the United States. Click here for the latest on intensity and path<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday brought plenty of sunshine and calm conditions. Bill’s Blog dives into what is currently the calmest day of 2023.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

WEATHER WEAR<\/strong>
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TODAY<\/strong>
Widespread Rain Developing
Pockets of Locally Heavy Rain
HIGH:<\/strong> 67
LOW:<\/strong> 55
WINDS: SE 5-10 mph<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SUNRISE<\/strong> 7:17 a.m.
SUNSET<\/strong> 7:59 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TODAY<\/strong> Take along the rain jacket and umbrella as you head out the door, as widespread rain will be rolling through the area today. The most concentrated rain will prevail during the morning hours, with the rain becoming more scattered in nature late in the day. Amounts will range from 0.10-0.50+ and will likely be localized. Otherwise, expect overcast skies and highs in the mid-upper 60s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TUESDAY<\/strong> – WEDNESDAY<\/strong> Scattered showers continue for most of Tuesday before tapering off Wednesday morning. Cooler temperatures arrive with highs in the low to mid-60s. It will be breezy as winds come from the north at 10-20 mph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

THURSDAY <\/strong> Cool and quiet conditions will prevail with more sunshine and highs in the mid-upper 60s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FRIDAY <\/strong> Plenty of sunshine is on tap, with slightly warmer air returning to the area. Afternoon highs will reach the mid-70s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WEEKEND WEATHER<\/strong> Sunshine will continue to dominate over the weekend, with highs in the low-mid 70.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LOOKING AHEAD<\/strong> The overall pattern remains mostly dry and warmer than “average” into the fourth week of September, with the 8 to 14 day outlook placing West Michigan in a drier and warmer-than-normal pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n