Winter Storm Warning issued ahead of snowfall

Here’s what winter weather to expect this weekend.

snow forecast

Safe to say we’ll actually get some snow this weekend.

Graphic via National Weather Service

Groundhog Day isn’t ‘til Monday, but the upcoming forecast is looking awfully familiar. Last week’s Winter Storm Fern brought freezing rain, ice, sleet, and hazardous wintry conditions, but this weekend, we can expect potential for at least 2 inches of fluffy snow.

A Winter Storm Warning will go into effect Friday, Jan. 30 at 4 p.m. Expect to see flurries start to fall Friday evening and accumulate through Saturday afternoon.

Continue to monitor the forecast + revisit those preparedness tips from last week.

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