A white apocalypse … in pictures

Interlochen Public Radio’s Linda Stephan keeps IPR on the air, despite the snow deluge. Courtesy of Interlochen Public Radio

OK, so the world might not end on Dec. 21 (if it does, you’ll have no way to hold us accountable for the faulty prediction). But at least northern Michigan will have a great story to show for the trouble. As we speak, we’re getting inundated by Winter Storm Draco, which is pounding the upper Great Lakes region and then heading for the East Coast. By this weekend, our roads should be clear and our power should be restored, and we’ll get to enjoy a beautiful white Christmas. For now, though, let’s revel in the winter storm photos that are appearing on the Internet.

The wintry view from diver and author Ross Richardson’s Christmas tree.

A snowy day at the Grand Traverse Commons.

A radar picture of winter storm Draco settling over northern Michigan.

Mimi and Norm Wheeler’s Christmas tree, purchased from the Glen Arbor Hardware store.

Carol Hilton’s drive this morning.

Lindsay Kalani Bradbury’s back yard.

Snowstorm over Sleeping Bear Bay. Photo courtesy of Leelanau Vacation Rentals.

A friendly snowfight on the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail in November.