Parts of northern Mississippi are officially under a Winter Storm Watch according to the National Weather Service.

The watch will last until 6 PM Sunday.

“Snow will fall over all the Mid-South, yet the area highlighted has the best chance for getting 2-4 inches of snow,” stated on the NWS Memphis twitter. “The storm is still developing and more information on amounts will become clearer tomorrow.”

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Here is your most up to date snowfall forecast for this Winter Storm. This is an evolving forecast and is subject to change. Heavy wet snow and gusty wind could cause blowing and drifting snow. Travel will be dangerous! Power outages are possible!!! #tnwx #mswx #arwx #mowx pic.twitter.com/p7E3Ob7vhq

— NWS Memphis (@NWSMemphis) January 15, 2022

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The combination of wet snow and gusty north winds could lead to potentially hazardous travel conditions and power outages.

It is recommended to slow down and use caution while traveling. Citizens can access the latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

The NWS would like the public to note that wet snow is heavy, due to its higher moisture content, which makes it harder to shovel and more slick and slushy.

Weather officials advise residents under the watch to stock their pantry and emergency kit for your home, check smoke detector batteries, keep their devices charged and prepare for possible power outages.

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Here is the current Winter Storm Watch areas. We anticipate upgrades and changes to this by the afternoon. Check back here as we will post updates! #tnwx #mowx #mswx #arwx #MidSouthWx pic.twitter.com/YAcKvBP4nn

— NWS Memphis (@NWSMemphis) January 15, 2022