Thousands are without power in Michigan due to 'bomb cyclone'

Thousands across Michigan are without power after a "bomb cyclone" brought heavy snow and strong winds to the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes region.

What is basically known as a "winter hurricane" has created dangerous conditions in the region. More than 100,000 customers in Michigan are without power, according to USA TODAY's Power Outage Tracker.

On the morning of Monday, Dec. 29, winds are expected to reach 40 to 50 mph, according to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The winds are expected to peak at 45 to 55 mph by the afternoon, and residents can expect hazardous travel conditions and the possibility of power outages to continue. The strong winds could also down tree limbs.

"Such strong winds can also lead to power outages, downed tree limbs and airborne holiday decorations," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Bill Deger said.

Here's what to know.