Be Ready St. Clair County

10/20/2026

Cold weather can be hard on home plumbing. A little preparation now can help prevent damage later.

Before winter:
• Insulate exposed pipes in cold areas.
• Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses.
• Locate your main water shutoff.
• Arrange a home check if you will be away.

Take 10 minutes this week to show everyone in your household where the water shutoff is and how to reach it.

Preparedness campaign - no active incident.

10/20/2026

Special Weather Statement issued October 20 at 6:08AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MIExpanding areas of fog will last through daybreak. Visibilities

will fluctuate in the fog, dropping to less than a half mile at

times. Visibilities will improve during the 8 am to 10 am time

frame. Until then drivers should be prepared for fluctuating

visibilities in fog.https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4e15458b2b25294f0ca137b4dde74071a4aa599f.002.1.caphttps://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4e15458b2b25294f0ca137b4dde74071a4aa599f.002.1.cap

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10/17/2026

Frost Advisory issued October 17 at 3:38PM EDT until October 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI* WHAT...Temperatures dropping into the lower and mid 30s results in

areas of frost late tonight and early Sunday morning.

* WHERE...Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland,

Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 8 AM Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Frost could harm temperature sensitive vegetation.

Outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A heavier frost is expected toward the Ohio

border and outside of metro Detroit where the wind becomes calm.

Southwest wind in the 5 to 15 mph range limits or prevents frost

toward the Tri Cities.https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.444012d10075ac4906faf6bb46540e7fa5f83c3b.001.1.caphttps://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.444012d10075ac4906faf6bb46540e7fa5f83c3b.001.1.cap

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10/17/2026

Frost Advisory issued October 17 at 11:59AM EDT until October 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI* WHAT...Temperatures dropping into the lower and mid 30s results in

areas of frost late tonight and early Sunday morning.

* WHERE...Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland,

Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 8 AM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Frost could harm temperature sensitive vegetation.

Outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A heavier frost is expected toward the Ohio

border and outside of metro Detroit where the wind becomes calm.

Southwest wind in the 5 to 15 mph range is a more reliable limiting

factor for frost toward the Tri Cities.https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f7b4928dfd5ada2cee20ed76faa0c1fa8429af16.001.1.caphttps://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f7b4928dfd5ada2cee20ed76faa0c1fa8429af16.001.1.cap

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10/16/2026

Frost Advisory issued October 16 at 1:59PM EDT until October 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation.

* WHERE...Huron, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland,

Sanilac, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 8 AM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive

outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.135f094cdaaa709c6379e97ad5ba25a98293978e.002.1.caphttps://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.135f094cdaaa709c6379e97ad5ba25a98293978e.002.1.cap

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10/13/2026

Winter weather messages are not all the same.

A WATCH means conditions are favorable for a significant winter storm—review your plans and supplies. A WARNING means significant winter weather is expected or occurring—take action based on the official message. An ADVISORY means conditions may cause significant inconvenience or become hazardous—use caution and adjust plans.

Before you travel, check weather.gov and read the full alert for your location.

Preparedness campaign — no active incident.

10/12/2026

Children can be part of household preparedness in calm, age-appropriate ways. Talk about emergencies in simple words, let each child choose a comfort item for the family kit, give them a paper contact card, and practice where to meet and who to call.

Take 10 minutes today to include children in your family plan.

Preparedness campaign — no active incident.

10/09/2026

Friday quick quiz: What is your household’s Ready Score?

Give yourself one point for each “yes”:
1. Everyone knows how to reconnect.
2. Phones can receive official alerts.
3. Emergency supplies fit your household’s needs.
4. Copies of critical documents are protected.

Comment your score—1, 2, 3 or 4—and tell us which step you will finish next.

Preparedness campaign — no active incident.

10/08/2026

For your information: The Bluewater United Way has moved. Set up an appointment to receive the assistance needed! They are wonderful partners and the county is so much better with them here and doing the great work they do!!

10/08/2026

Strong communities start with neighbors who know how to connect. Exchange contact information, decide how you will check in, consider older adults, people with disabilities and pets, and follow official sources before sharing emergency information.

Meet one neighbor this week and make preparedness part of the conversation.

Preparedness campaign — no active incident.