FOX 4 Traffic Reporter Chip Waggoner said all the roadways are showing snow or icy mix on the shoulders. The roads are wet, but most motorists are handling them okay.

While the DFW area is far from rivaling the snowfall seen in northern states, recent years have shown that measurable snow is a staple of the season. In fact, DFW averages around 1.7 inches of snow per season. Here's a breakdown of snowfall from the past four winters:

With the first forecasted snow of the year just hours away, highway crews across the Dallas-Fort Worth area are working tirelessly to ensure the safety of North Texans on the roads. Preparation has been underway for days,