Winter storm advisory

12.08.2005

Yes, it's not a surprise. It happens every year. But tonight's the first serious winter storm in Kalamazoo. They're expecting up to 8 inches of snow by the end of tonight, and occasional "flurries" the next 3-4 days. We're also not expecting to see above-freezing temps for most of the next few days. Ouch.

I hope it's OK to travel for the holidays, what w/ trips to Saginaw, back to Kalamazoo, then off to Chicago, then back again in a ten day period. Too bad Kermit's rear wheel drive, which I'm learning isn't so good for a small pickup truck in the snow. Time to look into snow tires. Seriously.

Posted by Miguel at 08:31 PM

Comments

I recommend snow tires. I had never driven a car with snow tires (while it was actually snowing) until yesterday, when I drove our little Kia over 50 mi roundtrip as that same storm gave us a beating here in Maine. I was surprised how much the tires helped the tiny tin can of a car keep traction on some very slippery roads, especially after being used to having 4 wheel drive last winter.

Good luck with the tires and driving. Stay safe and warm!

Posted by: Kathleen at December 10, 2005 09:33 AM

I also recommend weighing down the bed of your truck w/a couple of 50 lb sandbags, which can be purchased at any Home Depot or similar store.

Posted by: tom at December 12, 2005 11:10 AM