Snow falling across central and southern Colorado will continue through Thursday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. The heaviest snow will fall across southeastern Colorado, including the Palmer Divide and plains east of metro Denver,

Portions of southwestern Colorado will see nearly a foot of snow this week with some potential for snow south and east of Denver by Wednesday night into Thursday, according to NWS forecasters.

Drivers should be prepared for snow-packed roads on the eastern Colorado plains. Roads and bridges are icy and gusty winds may cause visibility issues.

An incoming snowstorm could make for a difficult Thursday morning commute across metro Denver, according to the National Weather Service. Updated forecasts show up to 1 inch of snow per hour falling along the Palmer Divide,