We fared better than most and I can guarantee it is "a frosty morn in Dixieland" this morning! We were right on the outside edge of the ice storm, but were spared the slick roads, mess, and damage. Early on I had one tree fall on the line going to my house but this was due to a dead "glade pine" and high winds. Ice was not a factor. This was about 2:30 a.m. I called the Alabama Power and they had a crew out in less than hour. An hour later, power was restored. I had not been out to see, but I imagine the electric company had crews pre-positioned in risky areas as they usual when severe weather threatens. It paid off for me, but just a 35-40 miles west and north, folks did not fare as well. I've got a friend who lives in Corinth, MS and he says local officials are talking weeks before all power is restored. Cold air has pushed through with temps in the teens this morning and are not forecast to rise above freezing. Single digits are forecast for tomorrow morning. I hope everyone is warm/safe and enjoying a good hot cup of coffee this morning. I'll be right here poking the fire for a while. Jeffery in Alabama.
Street scene from Tupelo, MS
Booneville, MS (above and below)
Nashville, TN (could have been a "Wirecutter Monday's Post")
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