A significant storm system is in the initial stages of development across the Central United States early this morning. A weak low pressure area is forecas to develop south of Long Island this afternoon (hence the light precipitation) but the main show will track from the Arklatex to Indiana. This storm will then redevelop just south of our area, setting the stage for snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain to impact the area. Snowstorm Warnings and Winter Storm Advisories have been issued for Tuesday through Wednesday. Snow and sleet have overspread portions of the area this morning, and will continue to impact the area through this afternoon.  Accumulations are expected to be light (1-3 inches in general, with some isolated higher amounts), but will impact the morning and afternoon commute. Heavier precipitation is expected by later Tuesday night into Wednesday, in the form of sleet and freezing rain. A somewhat quick change to rain should occur in the city and along the coast, but inland areas will see a prolonged period of sleet and freezing rain, leading to extremely hazardous conditions through Wednesday afternoon. Total storm snow and sleet accumulations are expected to range from 1-3 or 2-4 inches in the city, to 4-8 inches further inland, with some areas receiving upwards of .25" of ice accretion as well (specifically to the north and in higher elevations). The precipitation is forecast to end by Wednesday evening. Please stay tuned for further information throughout the evening and be sure to follow our Facebook and Twitter accounts for constant updates. Featured image: Latest water vapor satellite loop showing the storm developing across the Central United States. 

Today (Tuesday): Snow and sleet, then freezing rain and sleet. High near 31. East-northeast winds wind 5 to 10 miles per hour. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible. Light freezing rain accumulations possible.

Tonight (Tuesday Night): A mixture of snow, sleet, and freezing rain..changing to freezing rain and rain late. Remaining mostly freezing rain with some sleet north and west. Low near 28. East-northeast winds around 10 miles per hour. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow and sleet accumulations of around an inch possible. Light freezing rain accumulations possible.