[Tam I am]

Happy Thanksgiving to all the turkeys that celebrate. And that's not an insult, I can't resist plays on words. Besides, growing up, "turkey" was usually a term of affection. In other words...

From the weather forecast yesterday for Edmonton: "A long period of snowfall, with total amounts of 20 to 30 cm is expected.

A major Pacific weather system is bringing heavy snowfall to parts of central Alberta today and Friday.

The snow will slowly spread eastward during the day and will continue through Friday. Snowfall totals for this system, by the time Friday evening arrives, will likely be in the 15 to 30 cm range.

Brisk northeasterly winds are also generating drifting or blowing snow in open areas and along major highways.

Behind the system, frigid Arctic air will drop daytime highs well below normal for the weekend.

Snowfall warnings are issued when 10 cm of snow or more is expected to fall in 12 hours or less.

Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow. There may be a significant impact on rush hour traffic in urban areas."