MACKINAC BRIDGE, MICHIGAN — Dangerous whiteout conditions have developed early this morning across the Mackinac Bridge, where blowing snow and powerful winds are severely reducing visibility and forcing officials to escort high-profile vehicles across the span.
A live image timestamped 8:00 a.m. on February 18, 2026, shows near-zero visibility along the bridge corridor. Snow is being whipped across the roadway, creating a wall of white that nearly obscures approaching headlights.
Whiteout Conditions Creating Hazardous Travel
The camera view from the bridge authority shows visibility reduced to just a short distance ahead. Snow appears to be blowing horizontally at times, a clear sign of strong crosswinds moving over the Straits of Mackinac.
In these conditions:
- Lane markings become difficult to see
- Depth perception is severely limited
- Sudden gusts can push vehicles off track
- Ice formation becomes harder to detect
Even experienced drivers can struggle when wind-driven snow creates sudden whiteout bursts.
High-Profile Vehicles Being Escorted
Due to the strength of the winds, officials are escorting high-profile vehicles across the bridge…