Bundle up and prepare for what could be the coldest air of the season as a bitter blast settles over the Western Great Lakes region late this week. Temperatures for the foreseeable future will remain well below normal, with periodic chances for lake effect snow — but Friday stands out as the most extreme day. Plus, new equipment to help keep Cadillac firefighters connected on the job was given the green light. MORE ON COLD TEMPS: https://upnorthlive.com/news/local/northern-michigan-braces-for-bi

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