A snow squall warning that was issued for multiple Southeast Michigan counties on Monday has expired.
It was initially issued until 11:15 a.m., but was extended until 12:15 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. for some counties.
The snow squall warning included Wayne, Oakland, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, St. Clair County and Genesee counties.
Just before 11:30 p.m., a dangerous snow squall was located along a line extending from near Flushing to the area of Clarkston and Rochester.
It was moving southeast at 35 mph.
What’s a snow squall?
A snow squall is an intense, short-lived burst of heavy snowfall that leads to a quick reduction in visibility and is often accompanied by gusty winds.
They are different from snowstorms because of the length of time they are active. Snow squall warnings typically last 30-60 minutes.
Why are they dangerous?
Sudden whiteout conditions and slick roadways can lead to high-speed accidents with large pileups that result in injuries and fatalities.
Learn more --> Explaining what ‘snow squall warnings’ mean and what to do if you’re driving in one
Metro Detroit remains under a 4Warn Weather Alert due to high winds, possible slick roads and snow squalls. Wind gusts of 45 to 55 mph are forecasted today, with a few gusts possibly up to 60 mph.
A high wind warning was also in effect until 9 p.m. for all of Southeast Michigan, but has been canceled. A wind advisory is now in effect until 9 p.m.
Full Forecast --> Whipping winds, slick roads, snow squalls possible in Metro Detroit