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15 to 20 centimeters of snow on its way for most of New Brunswick

Environment Canada has issued a weather alert for much of New Brunswick on Jan. 30, 2018.
Environment Canada has issued a weather alert for much of New Brunswick on Jan. 30, 2018. Adrienne South/Global News

Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning for most of New Brunswick on Tuesday.

The weather service is predicting 15 to 20 centimetres of snow to fall overnight as a low pressure system moves over the province.

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Environment Canada says that strong winds from the northeast will likely reduce visibility as blowing snow covers exposed regions.

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The weather service also predicts higher than normal water levels along the Northumberland Strait, which may lead to ice rafting.

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The accumulation of snow will likely make travel difficult. Public Safety Canada encourages everyone in the province to have an emergency plan and emergency kit ahead of the snowfall.

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