Michigan and surrounding regions are experiencing a series of significant winter storms, heavily influenced by lake-effect snow. Residents across areas from the Upper Peninsula to Metro Detroit are dealing with record-breaking snowfall, with some communities reporting totals exceeding three feet. The current winter storm warnings and advisories remain in effect, predicting additional accumulations and challenging travel conditions. Cities like Erie County are particularly hard-hit, facing whiteout conditions and numerous traffic incidents, including over 150 car crashes linked to icy conditions. As the lake-effect snow finally begins to wane, weather forecasts indicate that another snow system is on the horizon, prompting concerns about continued severe winter weather.