A wintry mess is heading to the mid-Atlantic region with forecasts of heavy snow and ice accumulations prompting warnings of potential power outages.

The National Weather Service forecasts predict snow, freezing rain, ice, and excessive rainfall that may cause flooding, power outages, and hazardous travel.

With a powerful winter storm set to bring up to 6 inches of snow, ice, and flooding across Virginia, Gov. Glenn Youngkin has declared a state of emergency, mobilizing resources to prepare for hazardous conditions expected to hit overnight Monday into Tuesday.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency in Virginia Monday, ahead of winter weather expected to move into the commonwealth Tuesday into Wednesday.