Winter storm warning!

SoWal Insider

Mar 6, '08 · 7:51 PM5,227

I cannot believe it, we have had no snow all winter other than a little light snow Tuesday that didn't amount to anything but the flakes ended up big and were pretty. Now we are under a winter storm warning starting around noon tomorrow ending at around midnight. We could see 3-5 inches of snow and it March. I cannot tell you when the last time was we had a snow in March. It was not that bad when I left work, a little cool but not cold. The temps had dropped to 38 around 5:00 p.m., now it is 35.

We are expecting periods of heavy rain overnight, and then a rain/snow mix in the morning changing over to all snow around noon. What a shocker. And I have to be at work at 8:00 in the morning. And the worst of it will be starting while I am at work. I hope our boss lets us head home if it starts getting bad. People here don't know how to drive in snow and we get more ice than snow. That system is in Arkansas right now.

I know Texas got snow as I have two cousins and a aunt in Texas and it was snowing in Fort Worth. DD and Miss Kitty, have you two seen any snow today? I have to make sure I get some pictures. Sounds like a good time also for a snowball fight if it does materialize. They are acting like we definitely are going to get it. Boy have we had weird weather this winter.

Edited Mar 6, '08 · 7:54 PM

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beats on hood

Mar 7, '08 · 6:28 PM#52

I'M AT THE BEACH, AND THEY'RE TALKIN' SNOW FLURRIES TONIGHT!
YES, I KNOW I AM YELLING. :yikes:

Skunky

Mar 7, '08 · 6:37 PM#53

I'M AT THE BEACH, AND THEY'RE TALKIN' SNOW FLURRIES TONIGHT!
YES, I KNOW I AM YELLING.

:breakcomp:

Beach Fanatic

Mar 7, '08 · 7:04 PM#54

Minnie, have you measured the snow at your house. I went out and measured in the deepest part of our front walk which is totally level and we have four inches. They said we could get 1 to 2 more inches before it tapers off. And the tapering off will be between 9 and 12. I love it.

We have about 6 inches of snow in Cordova, and the wind is blowing from the west. The windows on the west side of my house are all coated in an icy mix and I can't see out of them.

I'm so glad I stopped by the liquor store and stocked up on basic provisions.

SoWal InsiderAuthor

Mar 7, '08 · 7:10 PM#55

None here yet (just south of Jackson,Ms) ladyde hello!! take a pic please. I'm just getting cold rain.

Hey CP, it is coming down here right now as we speak. I just love it. It is so beautiful. So smooth. The funny thing about it is it is just now covering our road out here. The road has been clear until the last hour. I have taken plenty of pictures earlier but I only have a limited area where I can take pictures and that is just around the house here. I will post some pics on here if possible in a little bit. The deeper snow is now though but it is dark and I could not get good pictures at dark.

Beach Fanatic

Mar 7, '08 · 7:28 PM#56

Can you believe this is happening in March? We'll probably be back in the 70's by next weekend!

SoWal Expert

Mar 7, '08 · 8:01 PM#57

Pretty, Lady D. :clap:

Beach Fanatic

Mar 7, '08 · 8:18 PM#58

I know everyone that gets snow and snow and more snow, it is hard to love it. But we get it so rarely and this is a beautiful one, thick, fluffy flakes and in Memphis when it snows this much the city shuts down and not only is it beautiful; it is quiet. :wub:

Truly a special moment. On my way home from getting some gas, I took a bypass off the main route and went through one of my favorite areas of Memphis. One with a very old public golf course surrounded by old trees and stately mansions. I was the only one on the street except for one man walking his dog. The snow was just so heavy and quiet and the only sound was the wind in the trees. It was just beginning to get dark. The houses looked like small Christmas villages with all the lights aglow and everyone home safe and warm. It was breathtaking and reminded me of one of my favorite poems by Robert Frost.

Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening
Whose woods these are I think I know.
His house is in the village, though;
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.
My little horse must think it queer
To stop without a farmhouse near
Between the woods and frozen lake
The darkest evening of the year.

He gives his harness bells a shake
To ask if there is some mistake.
The only other sound's the sweep
Of easy wind and downy flake.
The woods are lovely, dark and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.

bean

Mar 7, '08 · 8:26 PM#59

I love it that you all get snow too...we have enough to share. ;-) I'll try to keep most of it here Shaken.

We're in a lull at the moment. I wonder what will happen tonight!

SoWal Insider

Mar 7, '08 · 8:38 PM#60

great pix, LadyD.

I do get sick of the snow here but I swear, every time it snows, I get excited each time! It's beautiful. I'm excited for everyone!! :clap:

I seriously do hope tho, that all of you did get your gallon of milk, ciggys and other staples. :lol:

You don't want to be out driving.

Beach Fanatic

Mar 7, '08 · 8:39 PM#61

The trucks were out putting sand and cinders on the bridges.

SoWal InsiderAuthor

Mar 7, '08 · 8:43 PM#62

great pix, LadyD.

I do get sick of the snow here but I swear, every time it snows, I get excited each time! It's beautiful. I'm excited for everyone!!

I seriously do hope tho, that all of you did get your gallon of milk, ciggys and other staples. You don't want to be out driving.

Thanks Johnrudy. We have the two things we cannot do without and that is milk and bread. But those are the main two things I never let run out. I don't plan on going out driving. But I would love to be out sledding. I might have to get my sled out tomorrow morning and use it. I'm a big kid.

Well, Minnie I am glad they put something down somewhere. I didn't see a truck one out today.

Beach Fanatic

Mar 7, '08 · 9:33 PM#63

Thanks Johnrudy. We have the two things we cannot do without and that is milk and bread. But those are the main two things I never let run out.

LadyD, what about toilet paper? I'm always afraid I'm going to run out of toilet paper and toothpaste. But really, I live less than a mile from a Kroger and also a Walgreens, so I don't think this snow is going to cripple me that bad. Plus I drove an all wheel drive SUV, so I plan to be out tomorrow like normal.

I'll get some pictures first thing in the morning and post them. I'll avoid taking pictures of the 'yellow snow' my sweet dog has made this evening. She has a winter fleece coat that she doesn't get to wear very often and she doesn't like having to put it on before going out. She's a true Southern gal!

SoWal InsiderAuthor

Mar 7, '08 · 9:57 PM#64

Thanks Johnrudy. We have the two things we cannot do without and that is milk and bread. But those are the main two things I never let run out.

LadyD, what about toilet paper? I'm always afraid I'm going to run out of toilet paper and toothpaste. But really, I live less than a mile from a Kroger and also a Walgreens, so I don't think this snow is going to cripple me that bad. Plus I drove an all wheel drive SUV, so I plan to be out tomorrow like normal.

I'll get some pictures first thing in the morning and post them. I'll avoid taking pictures of the 'yellow snow' my sweet dog has made this evening. She has a winter fleece coat that she doesn't get to wear very often and she doesn't like having to put it on before going out. She's a true Southern gal!

Well, MKH, we are good always on the TP. We buy the bulk package at Sam's of their toilet paper. I think it is 36 rolls. And we buy the bulk package of Bounty paper towels there also. And the 4 box package of their Crest or Colgate toothpaste also. So we are good for now. The snow will probably be gone tomorrow afternoon. It is 28 degrees outside. First they were showing a low of around 22 in the morning, now they are showing 28 which is what it is now. But the snow continues and from what I've seen on weatherbug it could continue overnight also.

Beach Fanatic

Mar 7, '08 · 10:01 PM#65

Well, MKH, we are good always on the TP. We buy the bulk package at Sam's of their toilet paper. I think it is 36 rolls. And we buy the bulk package of Bounty paper towels there also. And the 4 box package of their Crest or Colgate toothpaste also. So we are good for now. The snow will probably be gone tomorrow afternoon. It is 28 degrees outside. First they were showing a low of around 22 in the morning, now they are showing 28 which is what it is now. But the snow continues and from what I've seen on weatherbug it could continue overnight also.

With all those supplies from Sam's, you should be good until Memorial Day! I just can't believe how much snow we have gotten. And so many times this winter they have predicted a chance of snow, only to get nothing more than rain. We definitely got it, this time.

SoWal InsiderAuthor

Mar 7, '08 · 10:12 PM#66

With all those supplies from Sam's, you should be good until Memorial Day! I just can't believe how much snow we have gotten. And so many times this winter they have predicted a chance of snow, only to get nothing more than rain. We definitely got it, this time.

I am going to measure it again in the morning after all is said and done. It is hard to see the mark on a small ruler. And I cannot find our big yardstick. But a tape measure will work good.

Well, I just read an updated forecast on our desktop weather site. Now our winter storm warning has been extended until 6:00 a.m. CST tomorrow morning with another inch of additional accumulation expected overnight with snowfall totals ending up 4-8 inches. Wow.

Edited Mar 7, '08 · 10:58 PM

SoWal Expert

Mar 7, '08 · 11:11 PM#67

Lady, I know exactly what you mean about the snow being such a rare occurance that you wanna run out and take pics. Keep 'em coming!

SoWal Expert

Mar 7, '08 · 11:38 PM#68

DD, I am worse than a kid. I want to go out and play in it. I have a sled. I might have to break it out in the morning. I found our yardstick and measured the snow off the side porch. We have 6 inches out there now and it is still coming down. And we are expected to have more overnight.

My husband just called and he is on the way home from work. He is on the interstate and said it is pretty bad. The side roads will be worse. I hope he can make it up the long hill he has to come up near our house. I would hate to think I would have to drive down there and get him.

But anyway, hopefully he will make it. I will get more pics in the morning.

Have funn and be safe!

SoWal Insider

Mar 8, '08 · 7:50 AM#69

more pictures please. :clap:

hmmmm......can't remember

Mar 8, '08 · 8:06 AM#70

Snow in the 'Ham! I just went downstairs and BB had to show me out the kitchen window. I went to the car, and my trunk was frozen shut...

Beach Fanatic

Mar 8, '08 · 8:15 AM#71

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Halle Sue and I got out early this morning to get some pictures before the sun melts it all away. And I had to find my snow boots-they had dust on them!

beats on hood

Mar 8, '08 · 8:45 AM#72

It's snowing back in Georgia. Can't send any pics since we're at the beach. :lol:

You can't believe how windy and cold it is here. :yikes:

Beach Fanatic

Mar 8, '08 · 8:47 AM#73

I live in Birmingham...My daughter was born on March 24th. I had been in labor for several days but my doctor didn't want to admit me until the pains had been regular and very close for a while. When we woke up to snow my husband told me...don't worry, we'll walk if we have too....Needless to say he immediately got the car and got me to the hospital and my daughter was quickly on the scene. Enjoy the snow...The flowers will be even more gorgious when the snow clears and it warms.

bean

Mar 8, '08 · 9:30 AM#74

It's official...blizzarding here. Everything is closed. Mr OL is shoveling about 6 inches or so off the driveway at the moment. He's supposed to work tonight but he probably can't make it off our street. We haven't had this much snow in quite a while. I love watching the news...not much is going on other than the great Blizzard of 08! Pics to come later.

Beach Fanatic

Mar 8, '08 · 9:30 AM#75

I love it that you all get snow too...we have enough to share. ;-) I'll try to keep most of it here Shaken. We're in a lull at the moment. I wonder what will happen tonight!

You are doing a great job! The forecasters are still threatening snow but nothing so far. Just a little freezing rain overnight. Talked to my brother in Pickerington last night though & he had just finished shoveling.

bean

Mar 8, '08 · 9:31 AM#76

You are doing a great job! The forecasters are still threatening snow but nothing so far. Just a little freezing rain overnight. Talked to my brother in Pickerington last night though & he had just finished shoveling.