Freezing rain and ice accumulation is expected to continue into the morning hours Thursday, leading to potential issues with the morning commute. The National Weather Service’s forecast for tomorrow calls for highs to eventually climb into the low 40s with precipitation changing back to rain and helping to melt any ice accumulation.

A powerful ice storm is set to affect the Midwest and Northeast of the U.S., bringing treacherous conditions, including freezing rain, sleet and potential power outages. Meteorologists warn that travel disruptions and hazardous road conditions will be widespread from Wednesday into Thursday.

Treacherous travel is expected throughout much of the Northeast as a rare ice storm nears. It will arrive overnight Wednesday, Feb. 5 and start out with widespread snow, before transitioning to freezing rain in the early morning hours of Thursday,