The first major winter storm of the season will bring significant accumulations to Southeast Michigan. Snow will begin Wednesday afternoon and linger into Thursday morning. A winter storm advisory will go into effect for Wayne,

Metro Detroit could see 6-8 inches of snow as a winter storm is expected to hit the state. Here are expected totals near you.

A winter storm watch is usually issued when a storm system is one to two days from starting. This long lead time is used to help you get ready if you have to make travel or work changes. Eventually as the storm gets closer, the winter storm watch either turns to a winter storm warning or a winter weather advisory.