Snow in forecast for much of Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The National Weather Service is calling for up to 8 inches of snow in the higher elevations of the Smoky Mountains by Wednesday evening as a winter storm moves across the country.

Forecasters say rain today is expected to turn into snow as the temperatures drop. Higher elevations in the Smoky Mountains are expected to get 4-8 inches of snow while lower elevations will see 1-4 inches. Other areas of East Tennessee are expected to get 1-3 inches.

In Middle Tennessee, forecasters predict areas east of Interstate 65 could see up to 2 inches of snow, while up to 1 inch is expected west of I-65. Higher elevations of the plateau could see up to 3 inches.

Forecasters urge motorists traveling for Thanksgiving to allow extra time.

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