PennDOT and PA Turnpike issued a warning to drivers for an upcoming winter storm. Both organizations advised drivers to avoid unnecessary travel Saturday into Sunday because of icy and snowy conditions.

With a mix of sleet and freezing rain advancing across Pennsylvania, drivers will need to be aware of dangerous road conditions.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), and the Pa. Turnpike Commission (PA Turnpike) have updated planned vehicle restrictions in response to updated weather forecasts. Motorists should avoid unnecessary travel during the storm and to exercise caution when driving,

Transportation officials are advising motorists to avoid unnecessary travel during the storm and be cautious when driving.

Beginning Wednesday morning, the storm will bring a band of snow across the state, followed by sleet and freezing rain. Temperatures below freezing will result in potentially icy conditions.

With a forecasted mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain moving through the region Saturday afternoon, PennDOT and the PA Turnpike Commission are implementing vehicle restrictions. FIND THE LATEST FORECAST The agencies warn that temperatures at or below freezing could result in icy conditions.