On Tuesday at 3:44 a.m. a winter storm watch was issued by the NWS Fort Worth TX valid from Thursday midnight until Friday 6 p.m. The watch is for Montague, Cooke, Grayson, Fannin, Lamar, Young, Jack,

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth forecasts widespread snowfall totals between 1 and 4 inches, but some areas could see up to 6 inches.

A First Alert Weather Day is in effect Monday through Friday due to the Arctic air that has settled in. By Thursday, wintry precipitation is likely.

Roads are being prepared over the next two days in anticipation of icy winter storms across Texas. Meteorologists are now forecasting an increased certainty of a wintry mix between Wednesday and Friday.

With East Texas weather expected to hit the low 20s and windchill in the teens this week, experts are reminding people to take the extra precautions to remain safe. Daniel Armbruster with AAA Texas says there are easy steps everyone can take to prepare,

An intense storm system is expected to develop over Arizona and move into northern Mexico by Wednesday, possibly producing flurries or very light snow in North Texas. AAA Texas is urging drivers to stay safe during winter weather conditions.