WATCH: Spanberger provides update on Virginia preparations ahead of ‘catastrophic’ storm

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger provided an update for Virginians on the weekend's incoming winter storm.

"I want to begin by giving a couple updates on where we are in our preparation for what we are anticipating to be a catastrophic storm," Spanberger said. "There will be dangerous ice accumulation, we know that the impact of this storm will tremendous."

The press conference began shortly after noon on Saturday, Jan. 24, and covered the state's preparatory actions and urge Virginians to prepare accordingly.

The storm is expected to bring several inches of snow, freezing rain and dangerous ice accumulations to Virginia, which are likely to cause widespread power outages.

RELATED: VDOT prepares for winter storm, drivers warned to avoid travel

Our StormTracker8 team is expecting that this system will bring some snow to the region at first, starting around dinnertime on Saturday, Jan. 24. The snow will then become sleet and freezing rain in the early morning hours of Sunday, Jan. 25 — and that freezing rain will quickly freeze into ice. As the rain continues to fall through early Monday, Jan. 26, this ice will build up, creating hazardous conditions.

Spanberger previously declared a state of emergency across Virginia on Thursday, Jan. 22, allowing for the activation of additional resources that can be used to support the Commonwealth through the storm.

According to Spanberger's Saturday update, VDOT has completed its pretreatment of Virginia roads and has officially begun 24-hour operations.

"Those who live in housing subdivisions need to be aware that it may be 24 to 48 hours -- or, in some cases, more -- after the snow has stopped before the roads in their subdivisions will be clear."

As this storm is set to arrive Saturday evening, here are a few links that could help you get ready for this storm:

• Roadway conditions and driving-related tips
  • Is it safe to drive this weekend? AAA says to stay home if you can
  • How to prepare your car as winter storm heads to Central Virginia this weekend
  • LIST: Items to include in your car’s emergency kit for winter weather
  • Driving safety tips to follow if travel is absolutely necessary during Virginia’s winter storm
• Home and health-related tips
  • Winter weather safety: Here’s how to protect your family and home
  • RHHD shares safety tips as winter storm approaches Central Virginia this weekend
  • Columbia Gas of Virginia shares winter storm, natural gas safety tips as weekend snow storm approaches
• Power outage-related tips
  • How can I prepare for a power outage ahead of the winter storm?
  • Power outages increase risks for carbon monoxide poisoning. Here’s how to use your generators safely
  • Virginia Tech expert shares food safety tips as winter storm approaches the Commonwealth

Our StormTracker8 team continues to monitor this storm. On Saturday and Sunday, you can tune into our ongoing winter weather coverage using our free WRIC+ app. You can also check out our StormTracker8 24/7 weather livestream here.

The full press conference will be made available to view in the video player above.