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WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow possible. Total snow accumulations of greater than 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...From late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be dangerous. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will likely impact both Friday commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds with the potential for periods of blizzard conditions are expected Friday evening into early Saturday.