Updated New Call for Snowfall

Made some minor adjustments. Eastern Ky could be getting in on more rain than snow. Therefore, the numbers have come down just a bit there. Everything else remains the same as before.

Louisville        1-2"
Lexington       1-2"
Cincy             1-3"
Evansville       1-3"
Seymour        1-3"
Pikeville         1"<
Middlesboro  1"<
Ashland         1-2"

Also, take a look at the poll to the right about the next 'big one' coming next week. Vote what you think will happen.

Update...Call for Snowfall Forecast

After considering a few more runs, I'm hinting at a slight adjustment in my special blend call for snowfall.. Guess where? Yup, the eastern part of the state, again. Models seem to be gradually warming thus not supporting much snow. But, hey, I can still change my mind, right?

Update in a little bit.
MS

Special Blend First Call for Snowfall

Louisville       1-2"
Lexington      1-2"
Cincy            1-3"
Seymour IN  1-3"
Evansville IN 1-3"
Pikeville        1-3"
Ashland        1-3"
Middlesboro 1"<

Have a good one.
MS

Are You Passionate About the Weather? Bring It!

I know this is a relatively new blog, but I really hope a few of you who have visited before get a chance to read this.

I saw something disturbing on another weather blog. Admittedly, every blog is going to have its share of cuckoos who don't have a lick of sense about blog etiquette. There may be no written code on the etiquette part, but surely we get it if we have regularly blogged on other sites before.

For example, this kid has recently been promoting his site on a popular weather blog, directing us to it over and over again in his comments. You know what? I think that's awesome, baby! You know why? The kid's got passion. He brings his passion to the blog and shares his comments with us. He just wants you to know how enthusiastic he is about his take on the weather.

However, some took offense at his continual references to his site on the weather blog (of course, I guess we've figured it out that it's Chris Bailey"s weather blog). Perhaps it is annoying. But, you do not bash someone for using a popular forum like Bailey's to springboard your own enthusiasm about the weather.

If you got something to say, bring it to the table. Speak your mind, say what you gotta say. But, be prepared for a rebuttal to your comment(s). For those who wish to offer their take or view about something, be convinced about what you're saying and provide the evidence/arguments for supporting that view. Likewise, if you have a rebuttal, don't just bash someone for their comments. For example, 'What do you know, you're no meteorologist.' Pretty lame. Provide a reason or reasons why you disagree and perhaps even offer your viewpoint, if necessary. At times, believe it or not, you can silently agree or disagree.

I was pleased to see numerous comments defending the kid and his site. I thought that was pretty classy. I do not believe the kid was trying to compete with Bailey's site by trying to 'win us over' to his site. Just pure passion. You go kid.

In fact, I've used Bailey's site a few times to draw attention to this blog. Am I competing with Bailey? Hardly! I want everyone to know how passionate I am about the weather. I'm no meteorologist, but some of my experiences with weather is like trying to put a lid on boiling water seeping out the top. You can't stop it, baby! I want to bring it! Also, if I was competing with Bailey, I wouldn't be promoting his blog on the right-hand side of this blog under Miks Mix. I appreciate Mr. Bailey's enthusiasm toward winter weather events and the passion his readers share and their comments.

Now, are you passionate about the weather? Bring it! We want to hear from you, no matter what blog you use. Have a good day.
MS

Chicago's Snowfall Record in Jeopardy?

Happy Groundhog Day. Well, Phil did not see his shadow this morning. You know what that means. Time to put away the snow shovels and get that lawn mower tuned up and ready to go. Spring is right around the corner.

Well, don't tell that to some in Chicago. I haven't researched Chicago's last 5 winters, yet, but according to this chart, the 20.2" that have accumulated thru 10:30am is the third largest snowstorm on record.
http://www.crh.noaa.gov/news/display_cmsstory.php?wfo=lot&storyid=63363&source=0
Pretty impressive. And lake effect snows were still putting down some hefty amounts as of this post.

Before the roads become completely cleared, thought you might want to check some of the traffic cams in and around Chicago. Here's a good site.
http://www.travelmidwest.com/lmiga/map.jsp?mapname=chicagoArea

Closer to home, tracking a couple of systems you've probably already been made aware of. Keep track of the latest changes. Here's a GFS meteogram that is updated at least twice a day. Click on the pic below to enlarge and take note of the last rectangle. That's the one showing what type of precip to expect and how much (in liquid measure).

For the adventurous, you can peruse this site. Remember, all of this is for entertainment purposes and does not mean that this is how the weather will perform
http://www.wxcaster.com/models_main.htm

That's all for now. I'll be checking back in later. Have a good day.
MS

'You know the news, in a minute, you're going to hear the rest of the story...." - Paul Harvey quote

Quite likely, you're searching the internet and other media sources to find out the latest about this historic midwest/Ohio valley winter storm and its impacts. Unfortunately, places like Indianapolis will be suffering from potentially long-lasting power outages. Chicago will be looking at 'shut-down' conditions. Oklahoma City, sweet spot of Tornado Alley, will be dealing with the aftermath of blizzard conditions. Keep checking the news and other outlets because this is a very serious situation.

Now, I would like to share a story that happened on this date in 1951. Yes, a historic ice storm, perhaps one of the worst ice storms ever to hit the United States. From Texas to Pennsylvania, ice glaze some 4 inches thick caused many deaths and serious injuries while disrupting communications and other infrastructure for up to 10 days.

I invite you to review this site from the National Weather Service here in Louisville concerning the Top Ten Winter Weather events for Southern Indiana and Central Kentucky. The 1951 event came in at number 2.

http://www.crh.noaa.gov/lmk/?n=top10winter

Check it out and we'll compare that event to the one that is occurring in Indiana and other parts of the midwest.
Have a good evening.
MS

Indianapolis UPDATE and others

I'm hearing reports of isolated power outages.
According to Fox59, "Sleet accumulated to .75" in Hamilton County and more than 1" in Lafayette.  Ice accumulation averages are around .10" with a .25" reported in Hamilton County." This was earlier. Also, hearing reports of I-70 being shut down for a few hours earlier near the Hancock/Marion county line. The lanes have since reopened.
Several cancellations at the airport.

Here is a list of web cams you can follow during the day today.
http://www.wthr.com/category/190246/weather-bug
Assorted web cams

http://www.theindychannel.com/wxcam/1718858/detail.html
Indianapolis

http://www.wlfi.com/subindex/weather/weather_cam
Lafayette

http://www.wishtv.com/generic/weather/webcams/I-465-and-71st-Street
Indianapolis

http://www.earthcam.com/usa/missouri/stlouis/kiener/
St Louis

http://www.earthcam.com/usa/illinois/chicago/wrigleyfield/
Chicago

http://www.instacam.com/search.asp?searchbox=ok&searchtype=state
Oklahoma City