MICHIGAN — Governor Gretchen Whitmer activated the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) today due to the threat of significant weather impacts across Michigan.

“This morning, I am activating our State Emergency Operations Center to ensure coordination efforts are in place ahead of potential weather-related impacts across much of the state in the next 24 to 36 hours,” Whitmer said in the release. “This action ensures the state can monitor and respond should any local communities need resources or support. Together we will work to keep all Michiganders warm and safe.”

High winds and power outages are expected across much of the state as warming temperatures across Lower Michigan bring a risk of thunderstorms and tornadoes, according to the release. Ice accumulation is also a concern across northern Lower Michigan, and the Upper Peninsula could potentially see record-breaking snowfall.