A colder pattern unfolds next week; more drought-easing moisture for the West, Plains

For the remainder of Friday, a significant rain event will continue to unfold across the southern and eastern Corn Belt, leading to flash flooding and muddy field conditions.  Later Friday, a narrow band of heavy, wet snow is expected from central Illinois into southern Lower Michigan, with totals of 4 to 10 inches possible. 

For Friday night into Saturday, heavy snow will reach parts of New York and New England.  Subsequently, the focus for stormy weather will return to the western U.S. 

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