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Snowstorm Forecast: Up to 12 Inches, Dangerous Conditions Ahead

3/14/2026

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Minnesota's Weather Authority forecasts 6-12 inches of snow across most of the area this weekend, with 20,000 power outages reported earlier and most restored.
A Forecast First Alert covers Saturday afternoon through Sunday.
Heavy and blowing snow is expected, starting Saturday afternoon.
Dangerous driving conditions are likely Saturday night and Sunday due to strong winds and heavy snow.
Colder temperatures will follow, with highs in the 20s early next week.

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Minnesota's Weather Authority forecasts 6-12 inches of snow across most of the area this weekend, with 20,000 power outages reported earlier and most restored.
A Forecast First Alert covers Saturday afternoon through Sunday.
Heavy and blowing snow is expected, starting Saturday afternoon.
Dangerous driving conditions are likely Saturday night and Sunday due to strong winds and heavy snow.
Colder temperatures will follow, with highs in the 20s early next week.