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A flood watch has been issued for southern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, with 2-6 inches of rain expected from Friday afternoon through Saturday afternoon. Excessive rainfall may cause flash flooding, impacting rivers, creeks, and urban areas. The Crow River and Mississippi River are forecast to reach major flood stages. Drier weather is anticipated starting Sunday.
Southern Minnesota, including the Twin Cities, experienced its first major snowfall of the winter season, with some areas receiving over half a foot of snow. The storm left behind icy roads and led to school delays, with over 200 crashes and spinouts reported. While the northern half of the state largely missed out on the snow, cooler temperatures are expected to persist before a potential warm-up over the weekend.
Eight people were injured in a shooting in Minneapolis, while southern Minnesota is under an excessive heat warning until Thursday. Police are currently investigating the shooting incident.