A winter storm warning is set to take effect starting this evening.

Most of the SEK region will be under effect of the warning, including Montgomery, Elk, Wilson, Chautauqua, Labette, and Neosho counties. It starts at 9 PM and will expire at noon on Thursday.

The forecast is calling for a wintry mix that may transition to moderate to heavy snow by Wednesay morning. Snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches are possible. While temperatures will stay above 0F, wind chill values could fall to dangerous levels.

Be sure to stay tuned to KGGF, KUSN, and KQQF for weather updates and school closings/cancellations as they become available.