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Winter Storm Warning Goes Into Effect Friday Night
The East End communities are expected to receive 1/4-inch of ice accumulation and 1 to 4 inches of snow.
It's going to be a snowy weekend! If you just shoveled your driveway or sidewalk, get ready to do it again.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for a wintery mix of freezing rain, sleet and snow, going into effect at 7 tonight and ending at 1 p.m. Saturday.
The area is supposed to get 1/4-inch of ice and 1 to 4 inches of snow total. Tonight's low is 24 degrees, with a high of 32 Saturday.
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Snow likely will start before midnight Saturday, then snow, freezing rain and sleet. New overnight snow and sleet accumulation of 1 to 3 inches is possible.
During the day on Saturday, there will be periods of snow, freezing rain, and sleet before 3 p.m., with a slight chance of snow between 3 and 4 p.m. New snow and sleet accumulation of 1 to 2 inches is possible.
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Extremely hazardous travel conditions are expected, so motorists are asked to use caution and be prepared.
Heavy ice accumulation also can put a lot of weight on tree limbs and power lines, causing them to fall.
Report snow or ice accumulation to the National Weather Service by calling 1-877-633-6772.
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