The first major winter storm of the season will bring significant accumulations to Southeast Michigan.Snow will begin Wednesday afternoon and linger into Thursday morning. From 1 p.m. Wednesday to 7 a.

Most of Michigan's Lower Peninsula could see significant snow accumulation Wednesday into Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

Southeast Michigan is expected to be walloped with what could be one of the biggest snowfalls of the year so far and you could be a long trip home from work, even if the office isn’t far away. Be sure to pack some patience and a car emergency kit.

More than 30 counties in Michigan are under storm watches or advisories as the snow is expected to hit the state beginning 1 p.m. Wednesday.

Portions of Southeast Michigan are now under a Winter Weather Advisory from 1 p.m. today to 7 a.m. Thursday. Snow could start as early as 3 p.m. or so, but the more impactful, heavier snow will push through between the 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. timeframe. Snow total accumulations between 3-6 inches are expected for locations under the advisory.

Southeast Michigan is now predicted to see anywhere between 5-12 inches of snow as a winter storm hits the entire Lower Peninsula.

The winter storm watch outline is a great way to see what areas of Lower Michigan should have the heaviest snow and when it will occur.