That uncertainty is not unusual at this early stage. Forecasters rely on a blend of weather models — computer simulations used to predict future conditions — and they are more confident in a forecast when most of those models are consistent with one another. The closer the storm is, the more confident forecasters become.

It was Wednesday of last week that forecasters say this past weekend’s storm came into fuller picture. Today is Wednesday, and we know another storm is coming to the East Coast. Everything, of course,

Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event, stretching across two-thirds of the U.S.

It’s not likely to be as widespread as the last storm, but it could be unwelcome to people still facing piles of snow. Here’s what we know so far.

You’ll likely wake up to rain and a few thunderstorms on Sunday as a cold front races east. Rain may be heavy at times, and a mix of freezing rain can’t be ruled out for some residents north of EBR Parish and southwest Mississippi. Moisture should exit the area in the afternoon, and temperatures will plummet throughout the day.

As a large part of the South finds itself in the grips of a historic winter and ice storm, a large part of Florida, including Tallahassee, is bracing for its time in the icebox next week.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike lifted all restrictions and travel bans that had been in place for the winter storm.