As a significant winter storm approaches, residents of Massachusetts and New Hampshire are bracing for several inches of snow on Tuesday. School closures and delays have been announced in multiple districts, including Worcester, as the region prepares for the first major snowfall of the season. The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and watches, predicting total accumulations ranging from 5 to 12 inches in various areas. Stores are stocking up in anticipation of the storm, and forecasters warn of a mix of rain and snow, particularly in lower valley regions. The storm is expected to bring noticeable snowfall, marking the arrival of winter weather conditions across the region.