We have temperature configurations here in Michigan that no other part of the U.S. experiences. This very unique weather situation is also why sometimes we are sorely disappointed with forecasted warm-ups.

Thousands of people across the region remain without power in freezing weather, with some roads still blocked due to downed trees and power lines.

Residents in the most severely affected areas are being encouraged not to travel unless necessary and to watch for downed wires and work crews.

As of Saturday, March 29, hummingbirds have been sighted as far north as Tennessee, closing in on the Kentucky border, the map shows. Hummingbirds prepare for the lengthy, solo migration by gaining 25-40% of their body weight, according to Hummingbird Central. During the trek, they travel by day, flying low to find nectar sources.

Large swaths of Northern Michigan are without power as the second day of icy weather downs power lines, tree branches and creates hazardous driving conditions.

GREAT LAKES to NORTHEAST - As the freezing line hovers the international border, an ice storm continues to bring issues from the Great Lakes through the Northeast. Power outages continue to increase,

Severe weather that pushed through Lower Michigan Sunday resulted in three deaths, thousands of power outages.

Three people were killed in a crash near Climax, in Kalamazoo County, while roughly 183,000 customers are without power in Michigan.