At 1:27 p.m. on Sunday, the National Weather Service released a winter storm watch valid for Tuesday between 1 a.m. and 10 p.m. for Carbon and Monroe counties.

The weather service adds, "Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches possible."

"Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes," says the weather service. "Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation."

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