What’s Winter Without Snow? Michigan Adapts to Weather El Niño’s Impact
Outdoor recreation provided $12.36 billion to the Michigan state economy in 2022, a huge chunk of which was generated in the wintry months.
But as the winter season unfolds across the Midwest, towns in Michigan, traditionally blanketed in snow and bustling with winter tourism, face an unprecedented challenge. The culprit? El Nino – a climatic phenomenon known for disrupting global weather patterns.
This year, its impact is acutely felt in the form of sparse snowfall, casting a shadow over Michigan’s winter wonderland.
