Some forecasters think most of the state will get brushed by very light snow, while others say 3 to 6 inches could fall

Twenty states, from Texas to Delaware, were on alert Friday for snow and ice as the storm continued to move across the South.

This weather event could affect Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, with slick and hazardous roads anticipated.

Winter weather warnings have been issued for five U.S. states, including West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Alaska, as up to 10 inches of snow are forecasted. The National Weather Service (NWS) cautioned about hazardous driving conditions,