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Spring storm hits the Northland this weekend; minimal impact for the Twin Cities

Spring storm hits the Northland this weekend; minimal impact for the Twin Cities

Our next storm system is set to impact northern Minnesota from late Saturday night through Monday morning. The Twin Cities will see minimal impact, with a mix of rain and snow expected. Breezy winds will persist throughout the weekend until the system moves out.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Windy into the weekend; spring storm sets its sights on NE Minnesota

Windy into the weekend; spring storm sets its sights on NE Minnesota

A cold front moving across the state on Friday will bring breezy northwesterly winds. Temperatures will steadily drop behind the front throughout the afternoon, accompanied by strong gusts. A winter storm watch will go into effect late Saturday night and last through Monday morning for the Northland.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Cold front increases winds Friday; some rain, snow chances ahead

Cold front increases winds Friday; some rain, snow chances ahead

A cold front moving across the state will increase winds and drop temperatures from north to south. We also have a couple of rain, snow chances ahead. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Spring equinox brings sunshine; Minnesota drought conditions easing

Spring equinox brings sunshine; Minnesota drought conditions easing

The spring equinox brings sunshine and above-average temperatures for Thursday with cooler temps in areas that received fresh snow on Wednesday. The latest drought monitor shows signs of improvement.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Pleasant first day of spring in Minnesota

Pleasant first day of spring in Minnesota

We’ll have sunshine and slightly above-normal temperatures on this first day of spring. Friday will be milder for southern Minnesota. We’re watching for potential rain and snow for Sunday. 
by Sven Sundgaard

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Heavy snow and blizzard wane; sun returns Thursday to Minnesota

Heavy snow and blizzard wane; sun returns Thursday to Minnesota

A major march blizzard slammed areas from Omaha, Neb., through northwestern Iowa into southeastern Minnesota Wednesday. Our weather turns for the sunnier Thursday.
by Paul Huttner

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NWS rolls out targeted weather warning system for Hennepin County

NWS rolls out targeted weather warning system for Hennepin County

Starting Wednesday, when the National Weather Service issues a warning for Hennepin County, instead of the entire county being included in the warning area only the specific portion of the county directly affected by the threat will be included.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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