Luce County EMS

02/23/2026

🚨 WINTER STORM WARNING: Central & Eastern UP
Valid: Tuesday, Feb 24 | starting at 10am

📍 Primary Impact Zones
Alger County (10am-7pm)
Delta County (10am-7pm)
Luce County 10am-7pm)
Schoolcraft County (10am-7pm)
Mackinac County (from 10am-midnight)
Chippewa County (from 10am-midnight)

⚠️ What to Expect
Hazard Detail
Total Snow 4–7 Inches
Peak Rates 1" per hour (for several hours)
Wind Gusts Up to 35 MPH
Visibility Below 1/4 mile (Whiteout conditions)

Travel will be very difficult for the Tuesday evening commute. High snowfall rates combined with 35 mph winds will create dangerous whiteout conditions. If you must be on the roads, carry a winter survival kit. "

02/23/2026

🚒🚨🔥 Luce County EMS – Winter Fire Safety
Check smoke detectors, keep heaters away from flammable objects, and never leave cooking unattended. Winter fires are preventable.🚨🚒

02/16/2026

Newberry, MI
Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued February 16 at 8:09AM EST by NWS Marquette MI

Areas Affected

Alger; Luce; Delta; Southern Schoolcraft; Northern Schoolcraft

Details

Radar imagery is showing freezing rain showers moving from west to
east across Upper Michigan this morning. These showers are leaving
a glaze of ice on untreated surfaces, making them slick. Be sure
to take it slow on the roads this morning as black ice may have
formed underneath one of the freezing rain showers!

02/16/2026

🧠 Luce County EMS – Stroke Recognition
Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911. Stroke is a medical emergency—minutes matter!

02/09/2026

👐 Luce County EMS – CPR Saves Lives
Hands-only CPR is easy and effective. Push hard and fast in the center of the chest if someone collapses. Every minute counts—call 911 immediately.

02/06/2026

❄️ Luce County EMS – Snowmobile Emergency Kit
Carry a small kit: first aid supplies, matches, extra clothes, flashlight, and a communication device. Being prepared can save lives in remote areas.

02/03/2026

❄️ Luce County EMS – Winter Driving Safety
Winter roads are slippery and visibility can be poor. Slow down, keep a safe distance, and always wear your seatbelt. Being cautious can prevent serious crashes.

02/01/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/174jSzuhHg/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Luce County EMS and Rescue received a brand-new rescue snowmobile as a memorial donation on Monday, January 26.

01/24/2026

Congratulations Harold! Harold was a member of Luce County EMS for 35 plus years!

Honoring Harold E. Sutton for 19 Years of Dedicated Volunteer Service

On January 12, 2026, the Breitung Township Board proudly presented Harold E. Sutton with an official resolution recognizing his remarkable 19 years of service as a Volunteer Firefighter for Breitung Township.

Thank you, Mr. Sutton, for your extraordinary contributions to our community.

Read our blog post for more information:
https://www.breitungtownshipmi.gov/blog/honoring-harold-e-sutton

01/22/2026

01/22/2026

Some important info from the Luce County Sheriff’s Office!

❌❌❌ Extreme Cold Watch ❌❌❌

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 21 at 9:07PM EST until January 24 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Marquette MI

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Areas Affected

Alger; Luce; Delta; Southern Schoolcraft; Northern Schoolcraft

Details

* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low
as 32 below expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold
wind chills as low as 26 below possible.

* WHERE...Alger, Delta, Luce, Northern Schoolcraft, and Southern
Schoolcraft Counties.

* WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 10 PM Thursday to 1 PM
EST Friday. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from Friday afternoon
through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is
exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.

To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.

Drain in-ground sprinkler systems and cover above ground pipes.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

01/21/2026

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