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The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Albert Lea and much of the surrounding area as accumulating snow is expected to move into the area Tuesday morning.

The weather agency as of Monday afternoon stated 3 to 6 inches of snow are possible, with the highest snowfall totals expected from near Mankato through the Twin Cities metro to near Rice Lake, Wisconsin.

The weather advisory is in effect from 4 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday.

The morning and evening commutes on Tuesday are expected to be slick, and motorists should allow for additional time in their travels and expect slippery road conditions.

Colder temperatures with wind chills in the single digits are expected Wednesday with the coldest temperatures seen so far this season expected.