Here We Blow Again

[CelticWarrior]

Looks like round two of the frigid cold snaps we've been experiencing this month:

"Wind chills of -30 to -35 degrees Celsius this morning. An Arctic airmass has settled over Southern Ontario. The combination of cold temperatures and moderate northwesterly winds is expected to bring wind chill values of -30°C or colder this morning."

It's not as severe as Jan 7th, which was about -40°C of wind chills or colder but it's becoming more evident that Canada is going to get hit harder. I'm thinking about explaining all of the pertinent data to my family and friends, then hopefully they will listen and take into consideration of what life will be like over the next 30 years. It's taken me a little while to collect the most compelling facts. My guess is it will be construed as overreacting although for the safety of people I care about I'm sure going to give it a go.

 

[Joe]

Hi CW, maybe you could share what you plan on saying to family and friends in this regard her in the case it might be useful to others?

 

[CelticWarrior]

Hey Perceval. I don't know other than to be frank and inquisitive about their awareness, it would be a matter of starting off with questions. 'Have you heard about global cooling?' 'Do you know about the mounting facts about the environment?' 'Have you ever considered living somewhere warmer if winters become too harsh?' The main objective is creating a case for becoming more prepared in the event of extreme snowy/cold conditions.

After raising the issues I suppose it's only logical to present the backing proof with news reports and scientific data. Then suggest proper course of action whether moving or storing up food, fuel, gas generator equipment, other important necessities to keep on hand. Alerting others to help keep power going, supplies stocked, a close community with good skills is practical and should be common sense when dealing with climatological problems.

On a personal level my family are very intelligent and they're open to learning new things. Ignorance will only hurt them, so they know better than to pass up something that will cause a lot of headaches. As for others, I'm not exactly sure when it comes to everyone else around me at work, the neighbourhood, schools, farmers, etc. but I could post things around the office to get people's attention. There are many ways to advertise the Earth changes happening around us so communicating effectively can make a huge impact.

 

[CelticWarrior]

Yet another feast for the eyes this morning which literally blows and really sucks:

"Widespread blowing snow continuing early this morning. An Arctic low pressure system will be tracking through Southern Ontario today. Very strong southwest winds of 40 to 60 km/h with possible gusts up to 80 km/h are developing as expected in advance of the low. These winds, combine with falling snow are expected to result in widespread blowing snow, lowering visibilities to 500 metres or less. These conditions are expected to ease off a bit later this morning. Motorists are advised to exercise caution as visibilities are expected to be near zero at times, resulting in dangerous winter driving conditions."

Not particularly fond of what the rest of the season will be like. Hoping summer gets here faster than usual.