Assistant Publisher
A prolonged stretch of winter weather brought snow, extreme cold, and hazardous travel conditions to Allegan and Van Buren Counties over the past week, disrupting daily routines and prompting multiple school closings as districts prioritized safety.
The active weather pattern began early in the week with a winter weather advisory issued for much of southwest Michigan. Light to moderate snow fell over several days, with the most notable accumulations occurring around January 20 and 21. In Allegan County, snowfall totals for the week were estimated at roughly 5 to 8 inches, while Van Buren County generally saw 6 to 10 inches, with higher amounts reported in areas closer to Lake Michigan…