How does the percentage chance of rain or snow work when forecasting the weather?
Posted December 27th, 2008Q-ington asked: Some times you see that there is a 50% chance of snow or rain, but say they’re forecasting 3 inches of snow. It is not very likely that there is a 50% chance 3 inches of snow or no snow. If the forecast is for the next day, it’s pretty likely that it [...]
Can trucks handle heavy snow or icy roads without too much slipping like my small car?
Posted December 25th, 2008A asked: I’m guessing yes since trucks have bigger wheels and trucks are heavier that it can handle snow and icy roads much like SUVs or 4-wheel drives can. I drive a small sporty car that easily slips in wintry weather and I live in Maryland. Chicago winters are much harsher. I ask because I [...]
Where can I find comprehensive snow reports and forecasts?
Posted December 23rd, 2008David T asked: I live in Grenoble and want to go snowboarding…
I’ve looked online for a while, and found different websites that show snow levels but none that compare all levels from resorts and also predict future falls.
Does anyone know where can I find comprehensive snow reports and forecasts online?Suzanne
How long does snow last before melting in Boston in December?
Posted December 18th, 2008therascaldude asked: ‘m gonna be in Boston from the 26th to 30th of December to see some shows and it looks like it won’t be snowing at all, sadly. I live in LA, so I rarely get the chance to see some snow. Thing is, I know Boston just got hit with a big winter [...]
Looking for a Snowblower - Consider a Toro Snow Blower
Posted December 11th, 2008Christopher Smith asked: When most people think about snow throwers, they think toro snow blowers. Thats not surprising, since Toro has been making snow blowers (or snowthrowers as they are also commonly known as), since 1951 when they introduced it. Before that, there was a lot of sore backs and probably more swearing.Toro is renowned [...]
Keeping your Roads Safe and Clear From Winter Snow Storms With a Snow Plow
Posted December 10th, 2008Muna wa Wanjiru asked: Winter comes every year without fail and in many cases it brings snow. Generally the snow fall will be mild and melt away very quickly. There are occasions when the weather turns even colder than we like to be out in. This type of weather brings with it heavy snow fall. [...]
Snow removal from a roof of a house, good or naughty?
Posted December 6th, 2008trey6z asked: I am getting conflicting advise on removing snow from the roof of my house. Some have told me that the snow creates too much pressure for the roof and must be removed. This sounds reasonable because in Minnesota we can acumulate up to 3 feet of snow on the roofs over [...]
Snow Conditions - it Isn’t Always About Altitude
Posted December 5th, 2008Ed Ockelton asked: I live and work in the Portes du Soleil ski region of France & Switzerland, which is located in the Northern Alps of Europe, and I forever have to tell people the following facts in order to convince them that there will be snow here:Fact: This area has had a good long [...]
How to prevent snow from getting caught in the dogs paw fur?
Posted December 5th, 2008Rawrrrrr. asked: When i wak my dog, the snow gets caught in the fur under her paw. How do i prevent this?Josephine