Snowstorm Brings 19.5" in 15 Hours!

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The thread discusses a significant snowstorm that resulted in 19.5 inches of snowfall over a 15-hour period. Participants share personal experiences related to the storm, including its impact on plans and activities, as well as lighthearted commentary about the situation.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant reports measuring 19.5 inches of snow by 8 am after the storm started at 7 pm the previous night.
  • Another participant humorously notes that a barbecue has been postponed due to the snow.
  • There is speculation about the location of the snowfall, with some participants suggesting Denver and others proposing Boulder.
  • A humorous comment is made about the snowstorm postponing a hypothetical Zombie Apocalypse, suggesting that zombies would struggle in the snow.
  • A participant shares a personal anecdote about being snowed in with out-of-town visitors and describes how neighbors collaborated to clear the street for Thanksgiving dinner.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing opinions on the exact location of the snowfall, with no consensus reached. The discussion remains lighthearted and anecdotal, focusing on personal experiences rather than technical details.

Contextual Notes

Participants rely on personal observations and experiences, which may not provide a comprehensive view of the storm's impact across different areas.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in community experiences during significant weather events, as well as those looking for anecdotal accounts of snowstorms and their effects on social plans.

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it started at 7 pm last night and at 8 am we have 19-1/2 inches. (See yardstick.) Yikes!
 
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That's the barbecue postponed then!
 
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Denver?
 
Borg said:
Denver?
My guess is Boulder.
 
The good news is that should postpone the Zombie Apocalypse so you OK til spring.
Zombies don't care for slipping and sliding around in snow - they could break something.
Consider yourself safe!

Seriously, :H
 
Nice photo!
 
Yes Boulder. I never knew that zombies like BBQ!

This week was an adventure. Out-of-town visitors intending to stay in Denver and join us Wednesday sped north on Monday night just before the storm, instead. Our street was snowed in so we were trapped with a full house for two extra days. Sledding was a favorite activity. Neighbors banded together on Wednesday afternoon and dug out enough of the street that we could all drive out, so we were able to get our turkey and put on Thanksgiving dinner as planned. Whew!
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