Mid Atlantic storm

[akruckus]

Big storm coming to the Mid-Atlantic states.  Western NC (maybe eastern parts too), Tenn, Kentucky, parts of VA Strong, chance of ice/freezing rain.  Farther south severe thunder storms, with chance of tornados.  DC and surrounding areas are going to see heavy snow, with lesser amounts as you move north.  In New England area, the coastal areas are going to get snow, but as you go farther inland the chance lessens. This is based off the Canadian and American Models. 

The big part of this storm is going to be the winds.  Once the low pressure center gets off the coast (right now looking like Del-mar-va peninsula) it is going to intensify and create high winds.  Add ice and a wetter heavy snow (temperatures in the high snow areas hovering around 30F) will put a strain on tree limbs and increase power outages.  I made my freezer the coldest temperature setting because we lose power easily and I want everything to be in a deep freeze slowing the thawing process.  If you have room stick a pot or ziploc bag full of water and allow to freeze this will help keep the freezer colder or even use it to transfer to the fridge in case of power loss to keep the fridge out of the danger zone.

I went to school for Meteorology and although I am no longer in the field on a daily basis, I still track and follow.  A couple people ask me for forecasts for business purposes, and if you want a more localized forecast PM me and I can help you out.  Sorry this is a little late for some, but everyone around me keeps grilling me for snow totals and I don't do anything snowfall amounts until 48 hours before the storm, as taught to me by professors for a few reasons.  Stay safe out there to everyone in this area.

EDIT: For a Blizzard some of you may know, its based on winds and visibility not the amount of snow to fall.  It is sustained winds of 35mph with visibility of 1/4 mile or less for 3 or more hours.  DC and Baltimore currently have Blizzard watches in effect.  In my opinion this is because the visibility with the high snowfall rate alone will be met and if the winds kick up like the models predict it will verify as a blizzard.

[Jaxon]

I took a 14 lb brisket out to thaw so that I can  smoke it Monday.  Should be mostly sunny with a high near 60.

It'll be a nice break from the cold and windy conditions we've had lately.

I hope all my yankee friends stay safe and warm this weekend.

[teesquare]

Got close to 2" yesterday...most of it still here. Roads will be clear today due to temp. rise. But - tonite, and all day tomorrow - looks like the potential for a record breaker for our area in WNC. The snow part - I kind of like....but this hovering near 30-32 for too long while it all is happening - can only lead to ice troubles.

When I drew this house we are in - I planned for such - so I have a gas fireplace that is controlled by thermostat, and a dual fuel range. But - I still prefer to have electric power.....

[akruckus]

Smart move tee.  We have gas heat but no fireplaces.  With the snow and ice, mostly depends on temperature above our heads.  If surface temperature is hoovering around 30-32, but it is all below 32 in the atmosphere you will be ok, its the times when the temperature above is above 32 to allow the snow to melt before it reaches the surface.  Big flakes, big trouble as that is a sign of a warm layer.  Stay safe, and I hope it works out for you.

[Tailgating is my game]

Here in CT I am ready

1) Just got 175 gallons of heating oil
2) 25 gallons of gas for the Generator
3) 75 lbs of propane for the grills
4) 5 loaves of bread
5) 10 Lbs of meat
4) One gallon of whiskey


Shoot I told my wife all we really need is the one gallon above

[TMB]

Here in CT I am ready

1) Just got 175 gallons of heating oil
2) 25 gallons of gas for the Generator
3) 75 lbs of propane for the grills
4) 5 loaves of bread
5) 10 Lbs of meat
4) One gallon of whiskey


Shoot I told my wife all we really need is the one gallon above

If it were Kimmie Bud Light would be the liquid of choice 

[akruckus]

Here in CT I am ready

1) Just got 175 gallons of heating oil
2) 25 gallons of gas for the Generator
3) 75 lbs of propane for the grills
4) 5 loaves of bread
5) 10 Lbs of meat
4) One gallon of whiskey


Shoot I told my wife all we really need is the one gallon above

CT looks like it is going to be spared teh worst of it.  Before my wife moved back down to Philly with me, her and her mom were living in Norwich.  I still remember the phone call freaking out because they were going to be snowed in because the snow and snow drifts were all the way up on the front and sliding doors!  This all after Irene and Sandy, you guys deserve a little break!!

We were just included in the Blizzard watch, 12-18" here I am thinking closer to 12-15" unless this redevelops/stalls.

We have 12 bottles of wine, fifth of Johnnie Black, and fifth of Marker's Mark, oh and a case of Sam Adam's Cold Snap to help me shovel

[Smokin Don]

We have 12 bottles of wine, fifth of Johnnie Black, and fifth of Marker's Mark, oh and a case of Sam Adam's Cold Snap to help me shovel

I would say you are well prepared AK!!! We are getting back into the 20's today and supposed to be 35 Sunday! Don

[Tailgating is my game]

Here in CT I am ready

1) Just got 175 gallons of heating oil
2) 25 gallons of gas for the Generator
3) 75 lbs of propane for the grills
4) 5 loaves of bread
5) 10 Lbs of meat
4) One gallon of whiskey


Shoot I told my wife all we really need is the one gallon above

CT looks like it is going to be spared teh worst of it.  Before my wife moved back down to Philly with me, her and her mom were living in Norwich.  I still remember the phone call freaking out because they were going to be snowed in because the snow and snow drifts were all the way up on the front and sliding doors!  This all after Irene and Sandy, you guys deserve a little break!!

We were just included in the Blizzard watch, 12-18" here I am thinking closer to 12-15" unless this redevelops/stalls.

We have 12 bottles of wine, fifth of Johnnie Black, and fifth of Marker's Mark, oh and a case of Sam Adam's Cold Snap to help me shovel

I'm wish you well! Stay safe!


But I  must say you are wrong on our snow amount we are having two feet of snow in this storm........I just told my wife to buy another gallon of whiskey on her way home from work 



Last storm we had six inches but by the end I was seeing double

[Sailor1]

No snow or ice for South Florida   

[Tailgating is my game]

No snow or ice for South Florida   

No Pirates in NE

[Smokin Don]

AK since you are pretty knowledgeable about weather; what is your favorite weather site to follow? I have used Intellicast for a long time. Their forecasts are close but I like their radar and the animation they provide; I think it shows the movement for the last six hours. I can usually tell how long rain or snow will last. Don

[teesquare]

I will throw  a vote for www.wunderground.com.....pretty accurate - and much more detailed in the information.

[Pappymn]

I use dark sky. Hyper local weather

[Bigfish8]

My wife and I just arrived back home from a trip to the grocery store.  We stocked up on food we can grill in the event we lose power.  Predictions are we are in for 3 inches of snow and from 0.2 to 0.5" of ice.  Everyone in Raleigh is hoping the ice will not occur!