Snowfall warning issued for Calgary
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Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Calgary and some areas north and west of the city.
Ten to 15 centimetres of snow is expected to fall before it tapers off Friday afternoon.
"Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow. Take frequent breaks and avoid strain when clearing snow."
The snowfall warning covers Calgary as well as Airdrie, Cochrane, Olds, Sundre, Rocky Mountain House and Caroline.
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