UPDATE: Winter Storm Potential Friday & Saturday

The National Weather Service says the likelihood of six or more inches of snow across a large part of Minnesota is increasing for Friday into Saturday. The potential for heavier amounts up to a foot are also increasing.

The latest forecast for St. Cloud says that we should expect 7 to 15 inches of snow, with winds gusting as high as 30 mph Friday into Saturday morning. Stay tuned for updates.

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From the National Weather Service this morning: Widespread winter weather impacts are looking increasingly likely across the Upper Midwest Friday and Saturday. Keep checking the forecast for this system. Consider the need  to alter travel plans this weekend.

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