Snow Forecast: Periods of Heavy Snow Today, Blowing Snow & Drifting Snow

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a local snow forecast, with participants sharing their experiences and thoughts on snowfall, weather patterns, and philosophical musings about snow. The scope includes personal anecdotes, regional weather comparisons, and speculative questions about snowflakes.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants describe the local forecast predicting heavy snow accumulation, with total expected snow between 18 to 24 inches.
  • Others express enjoyment or frustration regarding their own weather experiences, contrasting heavy snow in some areas with rain or minimal snow in others.
  • Several participants engage in playful philosophical discussions about the nature of snow, including whether all snowflakes are unique.
  • Some express skepticism about the existence of snow, using humor and references to popular culture to illustrate their points.
  • There are mentions of specific snowfall amounts and conditions in various regions, including central PA and Utah, highlighting differing experiences of winter weather.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share a mix of experiences and opinions regarding snowfall, with no clear consensus on the nature or significance of snow. Disagreements arise around the philosophical implications of snow and its perceived reality.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal anecdotes and subjective experiences, which may not be universally applicable. The discussion includes speculative questions about snowflakes and philosophical interpretations that remain unresolved.

  • #31
Astronuc said:
The snow is falling and is supposed to fall all day. Total accumulation is supposed to be 6-12 inches (15-30 cm).

Lucky.

Calling for 10-20 inches here, but I already have over a foot of new snow in my yard. Supposed to snow for another 11 hours. This is on top of the 30 inches I had in my yard from Friday/Saturday.
 
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  • #32
We don't get that much here, perhaps because it may not exist, so I had to enlarge it a little.

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  • #33
Accidere ergo est. We didn't get as much as was predicted. I've finished shovelling out and am going to work now.
 
  • #34
marchhouse.jpg


why when I looked at your photo, was I looking for a drawbridge?


(that's a metal roof, right? and not solar panels?)
 
  • #35
Just a metal roof. Standing-seam galvalum over 1" of styrofoam board over the pre-existing roof and insulation. With the snow-loads we get, I have serious doubts that solar panels would capture much energy in the winter when we most need it.
 
  • #36
We got a healthy 8 inches of snow over night. Its very pretty.
 
  • #37
This sucks.

Why are we here in Utah getting rain (!) and you guys are getting all of this snow.
 
  • #38
erok81 said:
This sucks.

Why are we here in Utah getting rain (!) and you guys are getting all of this snow.
We should donate all our snowy weather to Calgary!
 
  • #39
Disney on Ice was canceled due to icy conditions. And the global warming conference was postponed. The forecast is for steadily falling snow until 2 o'clock in the morning, followed by sunny skies, so I expect it will all be melted away before I wake up.
 
  • #40
jimmysnyder said:
Disney on Ice was canceled due to icy conditions. And the global warming conference was postponed. The forecast is for steadily falling snow until 2 o'clock in the morning, followed by sunny skies, so I expect it will all be melted away before I wake up.

I lol'd
 
  • #41
For all you that wish you had snow right now, give me your address, I'll gladly FEDEX you a box of this crap. Take all you want. 12" snow + 2" of wet snow/ice = worst shoveling job I've ever had to do. The snow constantly sticks to you shovel making it take twice the effort to shovel away what you just picked up. It wouldn't be so bad if were the nice light, fluffy, powdery stuff that is easy to deal with.There may also be another snow storm next week too!
 
  • #42
Dallas is getting hammered with snow. They're predicting 8" accumulation in some areas. This is the most snow I've seen in my lifetime.
 
  • #43
gravenewworld said:
For all you that wish you had snow right now, give me your address, I'll gladly FEDEX you a box of this crap. Take all you want.

Can you deliver ?
http://www.nbcolympics.com/mm/photo/sports/general/40/57/10/405710_m03.jpg

Disney on Ice was canceled due to icy conditions
That's a shame - I hear Florida was bidding for the next winter olympics
 
  • #44
mgb_phys said:
Can you deliver ?
http://www.nbcolympics.com/mm/photo/sports/general/40/57/10/405710_m03.jpg


That's a shame - I hear Florida was bidding for the next winter olympics
Good luck with the downhill events. They'd probably have to be moved to Mount Sunflower, KS.
 
  • #46
http://www.talkingproud.us/ImagesPhotoGallery/Whackey/Sandboarding.jpg



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  • #47
turbo-1 said:
I counted all the snowflakes on my front lawn two years ago. I forget the exact number, but it was a LOT.
marchhouse.jpg

I kept thinking of that picture when I was shoveling snow for the 4th or 5th time this week. The piles of snow next to my driveway are now nearly as tall as I am, and that's after about a half day of rain on Tuesday to melt things down a bit after Friday and Saturday's storms before the snow started up again yesterday. And I still haven't shoveled today's snow yet. It isn't going anywhere, so I can do it tomorrow morning; if it does decide to go somewhere in the meantime, even better. I looked at the road in front of my house this morning, it looked coated in ice still since yesterday, and decided it was another good day to work from home.

Tomorrow I'm going to head to work even if I have to hitch up Ember to a sled to get there. I'm going stir crazy being stuck home so long!
 
  • #48
Moonbear said:
I kept thinking of that picture when I was shoveling snow for the 4th or 5th time this week. The piles of snow next to my driveway are now nearly as tall as I am, and that's after about a half day of rain on Tuesday to melt things down a bit after Friday and Saturday's storms before the snow started up again yesterday. And I still haven't shoveled today's snow yet. It isn't going anywhere, so I can do it tomorrow morning; if it does decide to go somewhere in the meantime, even better. I looked at the road in front of my house this morning, it looked coated in ice still since yesterday, and decided it was another good day to work from home.

Tomorrow I'm going to head to work even if I have to hitch up Ember to a sled to get there. I'm going stir crazy being stuck home so long!
Ack! I hope mother nature lends you a hand.
 

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