February 1-5, 2011 Arctic Blast/Winter Storm Discussion

[rnmm]

Ok all call me crazy, but I am still sitting here looking out the window/door hanging on to a glimmer of hope here LOL

[Paul]

Ok all call me crazy, but I am still sitting here looking out the window/door hanging on to a glimmer of hope here LOL

improve your life thru chemistry I always say.....or in this case another shiner.....

[hlewis]

something is falling in Hiljie, 15 miles south 59 from El Campo.

[cristina99]

okay, i am sitting here in The Woodlands just waiting on the snow . .. y'all say the system is picking up. When can we expect to see something in The Woodlands - so I do the I told you so dance for my mom

[ThunderMan]

I can confirm the sleet and random snow flakes are coming down right now. Plenty of sleet on the street, too.

[Badfish]

If radar is telling the truth, there seems to plenty of radar echo west of Houston, and as always, a force field around my house.

[singlemom]

Before it gets crazy, I want to take a moment to thank our Pros. As singlemom stated, you folks are 'rock stars' to many of our folks. Your presence, sensibility, awesome informative posts, and sound reasoning, means so much to our community. Thanks. Now, let it snow...

Agreed, and thank you Steve and Andrew for ya'lls knowledge and keeping this forum intact.

Hear, hear! It appears you guys *have* reached Rock Star status at NB Elementary. Seriously, I know for a fact that one young lady was inspired to consider meteorology as a career this week. You guys never know who you're reaching here. Thanks for being a class act. Now, let's get on with the show!

[Katdaddy]

Whats the update hlewis? Radar indicating precip in your area

[rnmm]

Ok all call me crazy, but I am still sitting here looking out the window/door hanging on to a glimmer of hope here LOL

improve your life thru chemistry I always say.....or in this case another shiner.....

LOL how about a glass of Moscato?? I am enjoying reading the posts and watching everyone get excited again!!

[vci_guy2003]

Such an instant gratification society.. talked to Frank Billingsley an hour ago and he was even becoming skeptical about the event.

This is gonna catch the doubters by surprise I think.

[jeff]

Radars really starting to go with strong lift approaching

[hlewis]

Whats the update hlewis? Radar indicating precip in your area

friend on facebook said it's falling in Hiljie, but she isn't sure if it's sleet or snow lol that's 5 or so minutes south on 59 from El Campo. i think i said 15 minutes earlier... just right outside El Campo.

[Texashawk]

What is the minimum dB for the moisture to reach the ground? Looks like we've got some 10dB right above us in Missouri City, but it's dry as dust out here...

[txsnowmaker]

Is the effect of falling frozen precip strong enough to send surface temps from 35F to freezing or below freezing?

[Katdaddy]

Agree with Jeff. Upper level low still digging S of the Big Bend with strong moisture feed across coastal areas. Hou-Gal radar lighting up to the SW of Houston area.

[MRG93415]

Anyone that is around 1960, Cypress, Fairfield or Waller..Let me know when you start seeing something. We are waiting here checking outside every 20 minutes or so...LOL

[helloitsb]

Is the effect of falling frozen precip strong enough to send surface temps from 35F to freezing or below freezing?

yes, NWS mentioned the possibility of evaporative cooling once the precip starts falling (they said these could be 5-7 degree drops)

[jeff]

Numerous roads going impassable over S TX with ZR. Numeorus accidents and 1 fatal.

Veterans Memorial Bridge in Jefferson County closed by TXDOT due to ice...sanding operations in progress

[medicalgirl32]

When looking at the radar on NWS which should I look at "base" or "Composite" because according to composite I should have precip here but we don't.

[Paul]

Is the effect of falling frozen precip strong enough to send surface temps from 35F to freezing or below freezing?

yes....the dewpoint and surface temps will meet in the middle....mostly likely around 27-28F for most...