Mid Atlantic Snow Storm

[Marshy]

You boys ready? I heard DC area was expected to get 30-36" of snow and they were telling people to get a weeks worth of supplies.

 

[stihl_head1982]

Not in DC (thank GOD!) but they are predicting around 8 inches here with a possibility of 1 inch of ice. We are geared up -- hoping for the best, trying to prepare for the worst.

 

[Marshy]

It's time to advertise your firewood if you have some for sale!

 

[foragefarmer]

I am near the middle of the 20-30" band. About the tt in Charlottesville. Got the blade hooked to the tractor. Got more wood from the barn.

Work may be on hold for a week or two, but I will have plenty around the farm to keep me busy.

 

[foragefarmer]

... Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 8 am this morning
to 6 am EST Sunday...

* hazard types... heavy snow and wind with blowing and drifting
snow Friday morning through Saturday night.

* Accumulations... snow accumulation of more than 2 feet.

* Timing... heavy snow will develop Friday morning and continue
through Saturday night. Conditions are expected to deteriorate
Friday afternoon with the heaviest snow... strongest winds...
and potential life threatening conditions expected Friday
night through Saturday.

* Impacts... heavy snow and blowing snow will cause dangerous
conditions and will be a threat to life and property. Travel
is expected to be severely limited if not impossible during
the height of the storm Friday afternoon through Saturday.
Visibility will be reduced to near zero at times in whiteout
conditions.

* Winds... north 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

* Temperatures... in the lower 20s.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected. Do not travel. If you must travel... have
a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded... stay with
your vehicle. Prepare for the possibility of power outages during
snowy and cold conditions.


I lived in the mountains of Colorado for 8 years. You get used to snow out there, you just had to avoid the tourist rental cars. Here people are idiots.

 

[mdavlee]

It's snowing here now. We got maybe an inch melt down yesterday and looks to have gotten an inch or more over night. I'm glad it didn't freezing rain yet and hopefully it stays cold enough to not switch over.

 

[stihl_head1982]

It snowed off and on this morning since very early. My son headed in early from the night shift -- I was awake in case he had any trouble getting in. I've been out some before day light but it has changed from snow to sleet and freezing rain. That is not going to do well after dark this evening. The snow does not alarm me, the ice is another story. It can cause power outages pretty quick here. Hope you guys have a safe and great day!

 

[mdavlee]

I hope it's not ice here. The temperature is close for staying snow right now.

 

[Frank bierce]

Keep safe and warm over there. Possibility of up to 30" of snow..nuts..lol. 3-4 inches over here renders 90% of everyone...completely useless...lol

 

[Marshy]

Don't forget to buy some prophylactics. Unplanned conception can be a side effect of these storms.

 

[Wolverine]

I'm sittin' in the 15-25" band. My kids are excited fer shur. I don't mind getting a lot, I have a stout blower and wood heat. Bring it

 

[skippy]

I prepped for this storm extra wood ,extra food . I am not sure we will only get 1 to 6 inches of snow . I guess time will .tell . I will keep you guys posted if possible . thanks for asking too.

 

[foragefarmer]

Snow is just starting at the job. Got alltheequipment out of the fields. Client is stuck in ATL. Put out hay for his cows.

 

[Blazin]

Meh, few flurries never hurt anyone

 

[Marshy]

Meh, few flurries never hurt anyone

I heard NY low on snow this year...

 

[skippy]

I heard NY low on snow this year...

It's low in Pennsylvania too . very low

 

[TJ the Chainsaw Mechanic]

I think our Oregon snow storms are over for my area. Been to warm and wet recently. Stay safe ya'all on the other side of things.

 

[Marshy]

Seems like someone could make some money if they have a tractor with plow.

 

[stihl_head1982]

Its still sleeting here, and very low temps for tonight. Gonna be a wild ride

 

[Frank bierce]