Freezing Rain Moves in; Winter Storm Warning for Saturday

While many here in VA are saying "uncle" it could be worst... we could be living in Westerlo NY or Boston MA.                                  Stay warm and safe.

Our next storm system will arrive within the next few hours

The storm is likely to transition from snow to ice and rain along the mid-Atlantic and southern New England coasts. However, just enough cold air may linger near the ground to cause an extended period of icing farther inland.

"There is the possibility of a heavy amount of freezing rain and sleet in parts of northern and western Virginia to southern and eastern New England," Paquette said.

Should a heavy amount of freezing rain occur versus sleet, there could be downed trees and numerous power outages to contend with.

Due to the depth and coldness of the snow cover, widespread flooding problems are not expected with the brief thaw the storm brings to the Northeast. However, should temperatures climb higher than expected with more plain rain, rather than ice and snow, flooding problems associated with ice jams along streams and rivers could develop beyond sporadic incidents.

Another dose of frigid air will follow the storm, so any areas made wet by the rain and thaw will freeze in its wake.