Sunday, February 10, 2013

Snow Storm

http://www.cnn.com/2013/02/10/us/weather/index.html?hpt=hp_inthenews
It has been a tough year for New England.  First, they were hit by a powerful hurricane that left a lot of damage.  Now, just a couple months later, the Northeast has been hit by a record breaking snow storm.  Certain places received as much as 40 inches of snow.  This has made it very difficult to travel.  Apparently, even the snow plows are having a tough time clearing the streets.  The large amounts of snow have caused many other issues as well.  As many as 90% of people are still without power and are staying in one of many shelters set up.  It is estimated that most people will be without power until this Thursday.  All this bad weather has closed down many schools.  Some schools will start classes again tomorrow, but many remain closed.    

            This week the weather is supposed to start improving, with temperatures as high as the 40s with rain.  Also good news,  many airports began functioning again as well as many Amtrak train stations.  While the Northeast is getting better every day, a new storm is expected in the Midwest.  As much as a foot of snow and winds as high as 50 mph are expected Sunday night.  Luckily,  Omaha isn't in the path of this new storm.