I decided that instead of just taking a four day weekend next week, I would just take a week of vacation. what have I got planned? Very little, but a lot of sleeping. I'll take the week as it comes.
The area where I live is expecting quite a bit of lake effect snow thanks to an Alberta Clipper coming through. Where I live is expecting about 1-2 inches of snow. I live over 50 miles away from Lake Erie, so we don't get the full lake effect. But here's the way I describe my way into work: I travel through parts of 4 counties, 4 area codes, and countless changes in weather patterns. I know there are many concerned since it's nearly impossible to get on the Weather Channel website at this time.
I'll have to remember to get an emergency kit in the WIXYmobile, which is something anyone in the northern states needs to have. A blanket, change of clothes, extra medication, if you have prescriptions, drinking water, food and maybe a couple of those self heating coffee drinks. Make sure you fully charge your cell phone before leaving home. A flashlight, radio, and extra batteries are a smart thing to have. If anyone else has suggestions, leave them in the comment section.
The area where I live is expecting quite a bit of lake effect snow thanks to an Alberta Clipper coming through. Where I live is expecting about 1-2 inches of snow. I live over 50 miles away from Lake Erie, so we don't get the full lake effect. But here's the way I describe my way into work: I travel through parts of 4 counties, 4 area codes, and countless changes in weather patterns. I know there are many concerned since it's nearly impossible to get on the Weather Channel website at this time.
I'll have to remember to get an emergency kit in the WIXYmobile, which is something anyone in the northern states needs to have. A blanket, change of clothes, extra medication, if you have prescriptions, drinking water, food and maybe a couple of those self heating coffee drinks. Make sure you fully charge your cell phone before leaving home. A flashlight, radio, and extra batteries are a smart thing to have. If anyone else has suggestions, leave them in the comment section.
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Still on track to receive 1-3" of snowfall in Rittman. Akron area now under a Lake Effect Snow WARNING - 6-8 inches of snow there, then up toward Geauga County some high locales may receive 1-2 FEET. As WIXY said, take the emergency kit with you, winds may gust to 30 mph and create near-blizzard conditions close to the lake!
Above all else however, please take your common sense. If it looks too dangerous, it probably is. Don't risk your life if it's not a necessity!
Not a bad morning though. Had to go slow, but wasn't too rough from here.
Enjoy your vacation next week, I know I will enjoy mine!!!
If I have to drive in the snow I usually try to take my husband and make him drive. ;)
Be careful out there.
But seriously, I think taking the week off is a GREAT idea. Thanksgiving is always my favorite time of year. Perfect for staying indoors and snuggling with your spouse (that's what I plan to do anyway!)
Even "mild Atlanta" is expected to get down to the 20's tonight. I think just about everywhere is pretty darn frigid!