Mayor Bowser has declared a snow emergency beginning at 6:30 PM as a significant winter storm is set to affect the DC area, bringing hazardous travel conditions. The storm is expected to intensify, with forecasts predicting several inches of snow across Maryland and Washington DC. Montgomery County anticipates 4-6 inches of snowfall late Tuesday into Wednesday morning, while areas in the DMV could see up to 8 inches. Government offices are preparing for early closures, and travel advisories have been issued in anticipation of difficult road conditions. Residents are advised to prepare for accumulating snow along with the possibility of sleet mixing into the storm. The Maryland State Highway Administration is already preparing roads for potential travel disruptions.