As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 19 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.

The National Weather Service was projecting Thursday morning a high likelihood of at least 4 inches of snow this weekend for most of the region, and its forecast showed up to a foot of snow is

ABC7 meteorologists are keeping an eye on the next round of lake-effect snow forecast to impact Friday's morning and evening commute.

Meteorologists are tracking another major storm system that could exacerbate lingering impacts from last weekend’s Winter Storm Fern.

Isolated lake effect snow showers will still be possible for the next several days; thankfully, accumulations should be minor. But roads will still be slick! So take extra time and take it slow while traveling.

Expect a high of 19 degrees that feels more like 15, with an overnight low of 2 degrees on Jan. 29. Forecasters predict Thursday will see variable cloudiness with snow showers, accumulating a coating to an inch, with frigid temperatures.

Models are trending toward the potential for another round of wintry weather this weekend. While it's not a guarantee, the trends are leaning toward the chance for a wintry mix.