At least 148 counties in Texas are under either a freezing rain or heavy snow forecast this Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. As of Jan. 9, the NWS’ forecast map places much of North and Central Texas under freezing conditions as Dallas-Fort Worth braces for a possible 2 to 5 inches of snow this week,

Moisture and a mix of precipitation should start to move into the metroplex from the southwest starting in the morning to the mid-morning hours.

A winter storm is sweeping across the country, set to impact millions. A hazardous mix of snow, freezing rain, and frigid temperatures is expected to bring widespread power outages and create travel chaos,