A second round of wintry weather is on its way, according to the National Weather Service. After a Tuesday storm dumped several inches of snow on Kewanee, another weather warning has been issued, but this time, ice is included.

The Davenport office is keeping an eye on a system that could affect portions of north central, northwest and central Illinois, and has issued a winter storm warning from 9 p.m. Thursday evening to noon on Saturday, Jan. 13.

Heavy snow, mixed precipitation and significant blowing snow could be expected with total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches and ice accumulations of around one-tenth of an inch. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.

The storm will impact travel and make it difficult. Blowing snow from high winds could reduce visibility and impact the morning and evening commutes on Friday or anyone traveling Friday into Saturday morning. The high winds could bring down tree branches.

Areas south of I-80 could see freezing rain and rain mixed with snow. Cold air is predicted to move into the area, along with strong winds. Near blizzard conditions are expected in some parts of the state, and a Blizzard Warning may be needed in portions of the area.

As with any winter storm, the weather service advises against travel but if travel is necessary, drivers should take precautions by keeping a flashlight, food and water in their vehicles.

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by calling 5-1-1.