Ann Arbor police respond to 50 crashes during winter storm on Friday
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Police were called to around 50 crashes and 60 motorist accidents or traffic hazards during Friday’s winter storm, officials shared on social media.
There were no serious injuries despite the high volume of incidents, and most of the weather-related calls happened between 1-10 p.m., according to the post.
Ann Arbor received several inches of snow resulting in more than 4,000 residents having lost power, per DTE’s power outage map.
More snow, high winds, and freezing temperatures across Metro Detroit are anticipated to continue throughout the weekend.
The winter storm that hit Ann Arbor on Friday resulted in a flurry of emergency responses by local police. Approximately 50 crashes and 60 motorist accidents or traffic hazards were reported, keeping the police force on its toes. Fortunately, there were no severe injuries reported despite the numerous incidents. The majority of the weather-related calls occurred between 1-10 p.m., signaling the storm’s peak impact during that time.
In addition to the traffic chaos, Ann Arbor residents also had to contend with power outages caused by the heavy snowfall. DTE’s power outage map recorded over 4,000 residents who lost power due to the storm. This left many households in the dark and without heating as freezing temperatures took hold.
As the winter storm lingers, Metro Detroit can expect more snow, high winds, and bitterly cold temperatures throughout the weekend. Residents are advised to exercise caution and take necessary precautions to stay safe on the roads and at home. The authorities will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.
