Winter Storm On Track And Approaching

Here's a look at where the storm is right now:Just like we've been expecting, the storm is on track to take out it's furry on us. It still looks like we'll be seeing 10 plus inches along the eastern side of the state and lighter amounts out to the west. We've also been talking a lot about the winds with this system that will keep the fallen snow in the air and reduce visibilities during the entire life of this storm. That's why we've got all these winter storm warnings (pink) in effect starting this afternoon. The National Weather Service extended these warnings through Saturday as well, so it's going to continue bringing the snow and winds through Christmas Day night. We're also dealing with freezing drizzle this morning in the SE section of our viewing area - so winter weather advisories (purple) are valid from now until noon, so expect rough road conditions this morning if you head out. That's the update for now... snow totals still look similar to what Cody and I have been saying the past few days... grab some extra groceries, fill up your gas tank and make sure you just take all precautionary steps before this storm hits because you will NOT want to be stuck in this storm.

More updates later on this Christmas Grinch of a storm,
~KDLT Meteorologist Jesse Ritka