UNDATED (WJON News) -- A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for counties in southeastern Minnesota.  It will be in effect from Wednesday evening through Thursday evening.

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Between five and eight inches of snow are possible in that part of the state.

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Initial impacts are expected to reach northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota Wednesday evening, increasing in intensity overnight across much of the area. Snowfall rates could be 1-2” per hour, resulting in hazardous travel conditions at times for some overnight Wednesday into Thursday morning.

The storm track is still subject to slight changes, resulting in a potential shift in snowfall totals and impacts.

Prepare now and monitor upcoming forecasts to keep up to date with any changes!

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