School closing prediction for Tuesday, Dec. 3

Wed Dec 04 10:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Lake-Effect Snow Brings Potential School Closings in West Michigan

**GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD)** – A significant winter storm impacting West Michigan has already dumped 6 to 12 inches of snow on some lakeshore communities, leading to a possibility of school closings Tuesday. While schools remained open Monday due to initially slow snowfall, deteriorating road conditions, particularly along the lakeshore, prompted concern.

A winter storm warning remains in effect until 7 a.m. Tuesday for Ottawa, Allegan, and Van Buren counties. A multi-vehicle pile-up on I-94 near Hartford highlights the hazardous driving conditions.

An additional 1 to 3 inches, or more, of snow is expected overnight, primarily impacting lakeshore counties. This additional snowfall, coupled with the already substantial accumulation, increases the likelihood of school closures, particularly in western Allegan and Van Buren counties.

The probability of school closings is assessed as follows:

* **High (3/5):** Saugatuck, Fennville, Glenn, South Haven, Bloomingdale, Bangor, Covert, Hartford, and Lawrence.
* **Moderate (2/5):** Grand Haven, West Ottawa, Holland, and Hamilton.
* **Low (1/5):** Areas north of Muskegon.

While some areas have already seen significant accumulation, the overnight snowfall could be the deciding factor in closures. WOODTV.com provides the most up-to-date school closing predictions. Further lake-effect snow is anticipated Wednesday night into Thursday, increasing the potential for additional closures.