Blowing and drifting snow expected Saturday as more snowfall is expected

Updated: 6 hours ago

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Through midnight last night, Rockford recorded 7 inches of snowfall. Another round of snowfall is expected this afternoon, but accumulations are on the lighter side. About an inch or so is expected tonight, but with temperatures continuing to drop, this will be a very fine powdery snow. Blowing and drifting snow will be a concern throughout the day and night Saturday. We have already reached our high of 28 degrees, with temperatures continuing to cool as we head through the day.

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Updated: 6 hours ago
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ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Through midnight last night, Rockford recorded 7 inches of snowfall. Another round of snowfall is expected this afternoon, but accumulations are on the lighter side. About an inch or so is expected tonight, but with temperatures continuing to drop, this will be a very fine powdery snow. Blowing and drifting snow will be a concern throughout the day and night Saturday. We have already reached our high of 28 degrees, with temperatures continuing to cool as we head through the day.

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