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Michigan's Upper Peninsula is under a winter storm watch ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Heavy lake-effect snow could bring accumulations of a foot or more to some areas.

Strong winds up to 45 mph may create blowing snow, whiteout conditions, and hazardous travel.

The Lower Peninsula is expected to receive lighter amounts of snow, from a trace to a few inches.

The National Weather Service in Marquette has issued a winter storm watch for the Upper Peninsula, with the potential for heavy lake-effect snow, strong winds and dangerous travel conditions during the busy Thanksgiving travel period.

Some communities could see more than an inch of snow per hour , with total accumulations of up to a foot or more through the weekend, according to the NWS Climate Pre

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