The European long-range forecast model depicts more of a northerly track to the storm. Its American counterpart is hedging the track south. And, as the tracks suggest, the European model is much more bullish on snow, with an estimated 12+ inches for much of the tri-state. The American model remains more modest, at 3-5 inches.

The divisional-round playoff game between the Patriots and Texans is expected to be played in snowy conditions. Here are the latest weather updates.

A blast of winter weather in central Ohio on Monday has prompted some counties to issue snow emergencies. According to the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness, there are three classifications of snow emergencies.

Saturday and Sunday are First Alert Weather Days as a winter storm is possible across the Southeast.First Alert HeadlinesAnother cool afternoon in store after a very cold morning.Slightly warmer temperatures in place later this week.

SO LET’S TAKE A LOOK AT THE COLD, AND WE’LL TALK ABOUT THE POTENTIAL FOR SOME SNOW COMING UP THIS WEEKEND. THIS IS MIDNIGHT TONIGHT. TEMPERATURES BY THEN WILL ALREADY HAVE DROPPED INTO THE TEENS. AND IT LOOKS LIKE WHEN YOU WAKE UP TOMORROW MORNING,