Meteorologists are not yet sure how bad a brewing storm will be — some models signal a brewing blizzard in the Northeast.

A powerful winter storm with heavy snow is headed to areas in the Midwest and Northeast. Meanwhile, the South is preparing for heavy rain and the potential for severe tornadoes. NBC’s Angie Lassman tracks the forecast.

After hitting California, the same system will move across the country this weekend bringing another threat for heavy snow, flooding rain and significant severe thunderstorms.

Starting late tonight, a scattered round of wintry mix will move through the area, mainly along and north of I-70. A Winter Weather Advisory will go into effect from 3 am to 6 pm Saturday for mixed precipitation along the northern border. A tenth of an inch of ice accumulation is possible with an inch or less of snow accumulation.

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Storm Team 12 Weather Alert Days are coming next week for a winter storm on Tuesday, then record cold and dangerously low wind chills for Wednesday and Thursday. You’ll want to make sure your car and home are prepared for sub-zero lows to return to Kansas for several nights.