But the weather has other plans. Among other bits o' trivia on the local newscast was mention of "maybe the biggest winter storm we've ever seen" just reaching the west coast (of Alaska, for non-local readers). It's unclear how much of it will reach half-way across the mainland to Anchorage, some 400+ miles away, across several mountain ranges, but it has at least the potential to be bad. Folks on our west coast are being urged to hunker down for a bad time.
Here's the latest on the storm coming this way:
Read the rest at the link. It's a big 'un.
Meanwhile, AccuHunch is predicting we'll get below zero tonight, so it's time to break out the heavier coats, too. It's going to be an interesting winter.
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On a personal note, I got the 'new' car keys back from Dustin the Mechanic, and now begins the hurry-up-and-wait process of getting the thing inspected, registered/licensed, and the snow tires installed. This would be a great time to have myself cloned, but alas ... technology lags behind the need. Heh.
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Read about this storm on the web this morning. First thing that crossed my mind was how it would effect you, then of those crab boats out on the Bering Sea. Guess those gentlemen are headed for safe harbor. At lease I hope they are...
I so do not envy your weather at all. Take care!
We have tons of acorns this year, supposed to be a sign of a cold winter.
Be safe up there Sir, and planning ahead IS the way to go...
Historically when Alaska gets cold, Minnesota eventually follows..
Yuk...I like snow, winter....but as the years increase I am liking it less and less....
Of course having a busted snow blower and a Winter Storm Watch in effect is unsettling...
Darn why oh why is it not in the shop!!
Be safe there!
Way Back When I lived in Northern Illinois I was one of the few that had a block heater. Also had a little heater that sat under the battery to keep it warm.
It was really nice to go out on a -10 morning, and have the car start right up!
Alaska has all sorts of bright colors going on all the weather maps right now, and that's never good.
Stephen, Old NFO, threecollie, maddmedic - thanks.
DrJim - just about everybody here has block heaters, and many have remote starters, too. In places like Fairbanks, there are outlets in parking lots for drivers to plug in their vehicles.
All: Safety is the name of the game. It doesn't pay to take chances when the weather gets nasty. We've already had close to a foot of snow since Oct. 30th.
Bundle everyone up. I know you already have!
Guffaw: I may even have to transition to long-sleeve shirts!
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