From NOAA: WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 7 PM EST THURSDAY…
* WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8
inches, with locally higher amounts to 10 inches possible.
* WHERE…In New York, Eastern Clinton, Southern Franklin and Western
Clinton Counties.
* WHEN…From 4 PM this afternoon to 7 PM EST Thursday. The
heaviest snowfall is expected during the evening and overnight
hours tonight.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Snowfall rates may exceed one inch per hour
tonight. Plan on difficult travel conditions, especially tonight
and the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared for significant
reductions in visibility, down to one-quarter mile at times.
So I find myself preparing for a storm in different ways.
I had the standby generator serviced and fuel oil delivered. I replenished my supply of gas at camp for the snowblower and snowmobiles. I split and stockpiled wood for the woodstove and fireplace. Beyond that–
I laid in a supply of Irish whiskey, Anchor Porter and Macanudos. I smoked a brisket and a couple of chicken breasts. I restocked the dog food.
We are ready.
