
A cross country storm will play the part of Scrooge on Christmas, bringing a blizzard to the Fergus Falls area Thursday night. Up to a foot and a half to two feet of snow may fall upon the Fergus Falls area, along with high winds.
According to Fergus Forum’s weather partner, AccuWeather, between December 22nd and December 26th, the direct Fergus Falls area can expect 16.5 inches of fresh snow. The majority of the snow will fall late Christmas eve, however it will continue on into Christmas day when high winds blow in.
The National Weather Service has listed Fergus Falls in a winter storm warning, but it is expect to be upgraded to a blizzard watch, or blizzard warning, on Christmas Eve. Stay tuned to Fergus Forum for the latest weather updates, as well as area business closings or delays.