Minnesota is getting a smattering of snow Wednesday, with expected totals ranging from a trace in the Twin Cities to multiple inches out west.

Wednesday marked the first snowfall of the season that affected most of Minnesota, with up to four inches of snow reported in parts of the state. Light snow started early Wednesday and continued falling most of the day, with the highest amounts reported in the Moorhead area, with Hawley receiving four inches.

The Minnesota State Patrol says troopers responded to 577 crashes between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. on Wednesday, with two of them being deadly.

Snow is falling in much of Minnesota on Wednesday, which could make for some slick roads and a challenging commute.

Note: This story will be updated as snow totals are confirmed. Snow led to slick roads Wednesday, Thursday morning WEATHER FORECAST: Gray, windy and dry on Thursday. The snow star