The National Weather Service released a winter weather advisory at 12:35 p.m. on Monday valid from Tuesday 7 a.m. until Wednesday 7 a.m. for Southern Worcester as well as Hampshire and Hampden counties.

The weather service says to prepare for, “Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches.”

“Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes,” comments the weather service. “Slow down and use caution while traveling.”

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