Several inches of snow and strong winds are expected in parts of Albuquerque and across the state could last until Friday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

The NWS Albuquerque office announced a winter storm warning beginning Wednesday night around 8 p.m., lasting until 11 a.m. on Friday. The warning marks the first serious snowfall of fall.

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Journal staff writer Gregory R.C. Hasman contributed to this report.