As the weekend approaches, parts of the Midwest and northern New England are gearing up for the first significant snowfall of the season. Meteorologists predict up to 2 feet of lake-effect snow near Lake Michigan, particularly affecting five areas in Michigan that are under a winter storm watch. Metro Detroit is bracing for accumulating snow, with rain transitioning to snow late Saturday. Forecasts indicate that snowfall could reach up to 15 inches in certain areas of the Upper Peninsula, while also warning of dangerous travel conditions due to blowing snow. On Sunday, colder temperatures and the possibility of snow showers could lead to slippery roads as the initial blast of winter weather sweeps through the region.