State, county and city crews are preparing as much as possible, even before the snow begins to fall. The National Weather Service says it could come as early as 8 a.m. Jan. 10, though the winter storm warning doesn't start until 10 a.m.

Knox County crews and residents are taking lessons learned during the 2024 snowstorm into this year’s anticipated winter weather.

The Knox County Highway Department covers nearly 2,000 miles of roadway, excluding state routes like Chapman Highway or the surrounding interstates.

Senior Director of Knox County's Engineering and Public Works Department, Jim Snowden, offers insight into how the county is preparing ahead of snow that is expected to move into the region on Friday 10,