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Winter Storm Headed Towards Cranston: What To Know

The forecast calls for up to two feet of snow, and Gov. Dan McKee urged Rhode Islanders to stay home and off the roads.

Rhode Island could see its most significant single-day snowfall of 2022 this weekend.
Rhode Island could see its most significant single-day snowfall of 2022 this weekend. (Deby Nunes)

CRANSTON, RI — A winter storm is headed towards southern New England, and is expected to bring up to two feet of snow to Rhode Island.

The storm is expected to arrive overnight, with up to four inches of accumulation by Saturday morning. Heavy snow will continue throughout the day Saturday and continue until about 10 p.m., leaving 18 to 24 inches of accumulation statewide.

Related: RI's State-Run COVID-19 Testing, Vaccine Sites To Close For Storm

Cranston declared a parking ban from 11 p.m. Friday until further notice.

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