Massive freezing rain

EagerBeaver · Postby **EagerBeaver** » February 11th, 2008, 3:56 am

We're getting massive freezing rain here in Southwest Missouri this morning. Already a thin sheet of ice covering our trees, I just pray it doesn't knock the power out because I need heat!

I may have to snap some photos.

MacUser · Postby **MacUser** » February 11th, 2008, 4:19 am

Ice storms are the worst. Been there done that.
Praying for some local global warming..

Ilovebigcats · Postby **Ilovebigcats** » February 11th, 2008, 6:36 am

They look perty though.

EagerBeaver · Postby **EagerBeaver** » February 11th, 2008, 8:42 am

Ilovebigcats wrote:They look perty though.

That's for sure. I think it's about 1/3 to 1/2" on our trees and roads now. I snapped photos, check my blog soon for them. Should have them up in about ten or so.

RamboPreacher · Postby **RamboPreacher** » February 11th, 2008, 9:01 am

doesn't everyone have a genny for just such an occasion?

EagerBeaver · Postby **EagerBeaver** » February 11th, 2008, 9:02 am

I uploaded the photos. Check out my latest blog post that showcases them. It's incredible. Sleet on top of freezing rain. And there's more on the way.

teach · Postby **teach** » February 11th, 2008, 10:29 am

good pics

wendy k

turbotim · Postby **turbotim** » February 11th, 2008, 1:24 pm

Yeah, thanks for the pics.. It looked so cool...

EagerBeaver · Postby **EagerBeaver** » February 11th, 2008, 1:34 pm

It does look neat...but we have another .5" possible, making it an even inch, until midnight tonight.

Then tomorrow I have to drive to a doctor's appointment and after that, to Tulsa Oklahoma to pick up my mom from the airport. What fun!

pastorables · Postby **pastorables** » February 11th, 2008, 3:22 pm

From the National Weather Service:

NWS wrote:A potent winter storm will continue to bring freezing rain and sleet to the portions of the Missouri Ozarks along and southeast of the Interstate 44 corridor tonight. In addition to the sleet and freezing rain that has already fallen across the area this morning, widespread ice accumulations between one quarter and three quarters of an inch will be possible. Locally higher amounts will be possible in any areas receiving thunderstorms. Areas to the northwest of the Interstate 44 corridor can expect pockets of light freezing drizzle and or light snow into the overnight hours. Winds increasing to between 10 and 20 mph will place an added burden to ice covered tree limbs and power lines. Power outages are expected due to ice accumulations and winds. Residents of the affected areas are encouraged to monitor MODOT and KDOT road conditions, as well as NOAA weather radio for updates as this winter storm progresses through the area.

EagerBeaver · Postby **EagerBeaver** » February 11th, 2008, 3:33 pm

pastorables wrote:From the National Weather Service:

NWS wrote:A potent winter storm will continue to bring freezing rain and sleet to the portions of the Missouri Ozarks along and southeast of the Interstate 44 corridor tonight. In addition to the sleet and freezing rain that has already fallen across the area this morning, widespread ice accumulations between one quarter and three quarters of an inch will be possible. Locally higher amounts will be possible in any areas receiving thunderstorms. Areas to the northwest of the Interstate 44 corridor can expect pockets of light freezing drizzle and or light snow into the overnight hours. Winds increasing to between 10 and 20 mph will place an added burden to ice covered tree limbs and power lines. Power outages are expected due to ice accumulations and winds. Residents of the affected areas are encouraged to monitor MODOT and KDOT road conditions, as well as NOAA weather radio for updates as this winter storm progresses through the area.

They say it's supposed to taper off after midnight. I really am thankful my power has only flickered twice and stayed on the entire day. We have about .6" of ice on trees right now, a huge limb just crashed to the ground from the tree in our backyard. I will try to bring a small branch in and take a comparison photo of it.

EagerBeaver · Postby **EagerBeaver** » February 11th, 2008, 4:09 pm

Photos as promised on my blog and I'll also post one here.

pastorables · Postby **pastorables** » February 12th, 2008, 1:37 pm

EagerBeaver wrote:Photos as promised on my blog and I'll also post one here.

That looks like around one inch diameter to me? Isn't that the correct measuring procedure?

pa

EagerBeaver · Postby **EagerBeaver** » February 12th, 2008, 8:18 pm

pastorables wrote:
EagerBeaver wrote:Photos as promised on my blog and I'll also post one here.

That looks like around one inch diameter to me? Isn't that the correct measuring procedure?

pa

You are correct. 1.1 inches was my official tape measurement. And it snowed on top of the ice too. Made it to Tulsa and back okay, the roads were clear.

Jude 2