The first real snowstorm of the season turned out to be little more than a dusting, according to the National Weather Service.
Just about an inch fell in Lacey overnight, even though the NWS had called for 3 to 4 inches yesterday. But don't get used to the paltry amount, more snow and cold is on the way for Saturday.
It was not enough to close schools, cancel events in town or break out the snowplows.
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More snow is expected on Saturday. The National Weather Service is calling for three to seven inches in Lacey, starting after 7 a.m. Expect a high near 27 degrees and north winds of 15 to 18 miles per hour.
Saturday night will turn very cold, with a low around 14 degrees and northwest winds of 16 to 18 miles per hour, leading to a wind chill of zero!
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