Saturday marks a First Alert Weather Day as heavy rain and strong winds impact the region and threaten your outdoor plans.

Clouds are set to increase overnight leading into what is now a First Alert 6 Weather Day THURSDAY rather than Friday. Overall the system on Thursday has much more moisture, bigger impacts and the potential for snow by Thursday evening now. Check out the latest forecast details regarding the First Alert 6 Weather Day here.

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Winter enthusiasts have plenty to be pleased about so far this season. The Rochester International Airport has recorded an average seasonal snowfall of 34 inches, but this year totals are already approaching 48 inches.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ( WBRC) - FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY FRIDAY: Our confidence continues to increase in a heavy rain event for parts of our area Friday, Jan. 9 and into Saturday, Jan. 10, with a slight risk for severe storms, that includes an isolated tornado threat.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - WSMV4, Nashville’s NBC affiliate, owned by Gray Media, Inc., announced today that Bree Smith, a longtime meteorologist in the market, will join WSMV’s First Alert Weather team.

Rain chances remain low in the short term, but we should see some beneficial showers this weekend with another cold front.

Our unusually stretch of mild January weather continues, with temperatures soaring 10-20 degrees above normal through Saturday before a cold front brings rain and a return to winter conditions.

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for parts of eastern ND and the RRV until midday Monday. There are slick spots on the roads, particularly in areas where roads may not have been treated. The combination of low visibility and slick spots means you may want some extra time on the roads.