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MOST ACCURATE FORECAST: Storm moving into Arizona with rain, snow and gusty winds

Round one of rain and snow impacted Arizona today with this next storm system we're tracking. Round two will be more impactful and is triggering an ABC15 Weather Action Day on Friday. So, take action to prepare for more rain and snow, and avoid travel across the high country if possible.

By: Ashlee DeMartino

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PHOENIX — Round one of rain and snow impacted Arizona today with this next storm system we're tracking.

Round two will be more impactful and is triggering an ABC15 Weather Action Day on Friday. So, take action to prepare for more rain and snow, and avoid travel across the high country if possible.

Snow levels will range from 4,500 to 5,000 feet, with an additional three to ten inches of snow along the Mogollon Rim late tonight through Friday.

So far this season, Flagstaff has only received 8.5 inches of snow, but this storm alone could bring more than that to the area by the end of the week.

Winter Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings are in effect for the Kaibab Plateau, Mogollon Rim, parts of the Navajo Nation, and the higher terrain areas across southeastern Arizona.

Expect hazardous travel conditions with snow-covered roads, reduced visibility, and gusty winds capable of bringing down tree branches.

Here in the Valley, it may be a wet morning commute on Friday with lingering chances for spotty showers into the afternoon hours. We're tracking the potential of around a quarter of an inch of rain.

Ahead of all that rain, winds are picking up.

The high winds and blowing dust may also lead to a spike in particle pollution across the Valley.

To prevent air quality from getting even worse, the Maricopa County Air Quality Department has issued a "No Burn Day". That means burning wood in fireplaces, stoves, and outdoor fire pits is prohibited overnight.

If you have any respiratory conditions, like asthma, bronchitis, or COPD, you may want to limit your time outside or you may experience difficulty breathing or other health impacts from this pollution.

This storm will clear out just in time for the weekend as temperatures rebound into the upper 70s by Sunday.

Then, another potential storm system on Tuesday could drop temperatures, pick up winds, and bring more rain and snow to the state. Stay tuned for updates as we get closer.