More Snow on the Way for Towson Monday February 15-Tuesday February 16, 2010

With Monday being President’s Day, I don’t think Towson school children will be wearing their pajamas inside out hoping for another snow day. They are already off school, and have been for a week now.

We had two blizzards in one week, and now just 5 days after the last one left us, we could have another doozy on our hands.

This complicates the issues that many of us are already facing, with heavy snow melting and water coming in, the gutter system in the front of the house about to collapse (or already have), leaks because of the ice melting in gutters from underneath.

There is a possibility of around 6″ of snow due Monday afternoon through Tuesday afternoon now. If the storm turns, we could be lucky enough to have some of it be rain, but it looks like DC may be more likely to have this good fortune.

This means we all need to be prepared again, but luckily 6″ of snow now doesn’t seem so bad after the past two weeks, does it?

So keep your eyes and ears open for leaks and just make sure to take it easy on the roads if you are out after it begins tomorrow afternoon. The heaviest is supposed to be overnight into Tuesday, and Howard County Schools have already closed for Tuesday. I am wondering how quickly Baltimore County and City may follow.

Snowpocalypse Ramifications for Your Towson Home

Today I was reminded as to the damage that heavy snow piling up can cause to your home, so hopefully these few tips can help you to minimize problems.

• The gutters above a window may be frozen solid and the heat from inside of the house is getting the snow to begin to melt. This may cause water to come in through a crack in the window frame and cause damage. Here are a few tips to avoid further damage without taking a blowdryer to your gutters:

Supplies you’ll need: a few black 30 gallon trash bags, a roll of duct tape, pots, tupperware, or bowls, and a towel.

Open the trash bag, and duct tape it across the area where the water is dripping. Place a bowl on the ground and direct the base of the trash bag into it (making a funnel). For a larger window, you may need multiple bags and bowls.

• A client of mine had their entire gutter system fall off their house due to the weight of the ice. Not that it could have been prevented, but they need to be aware of the possibility of water going into their basement so they need to keep an eye on things with towels, buckets, etc on hand, ready to go.

• If you have a flat roof (which we do over a portion of our house), you may want to shovel if you can get to it. We were so glad to have done it, for fear of the weight of almost five feet of snow and its compacting as it melts caving the roof in.

• We also had BGE out today because our power lines were being held up/down by a small tree. First of all, all of their people were very nice and wonderful. Second, they did a great job. So make sure to check out the lines coming into your house so you don’t lose power. Luckily the tree hadn’t pulled the wires away from the house. We must call BGE to come back in the spring and get the lines restrung, because the lineman said they are hanging too low to the ground.

• Finally, check those icicles. We had ones that reached from our gutters all the way down to the snow piles. They were very thick as well. The weight very well could have broken the gutters or fallen through a bay window, so we knocked them down. So LOOK UP and be careful as you are entering and exiting buildings.

This is such an unusual amount of snow and the ice build-up is immense. Please be careful when you are out, and be very cautious and conscious with your homes.

Now let’s cross our fingers that we don’t get the heavy snow predicted for Monday in Towson and Baltimore…

Please note that these ideas and opinions are just that — ideas and opinions. I am sure there are better ways to handle some of these issues, but I was working with household items while being snowed in and unable to get out or help to get in. Some are short term solutions. Also, safety first in all cases! Be careful!

Snowpocalypse 2010 2.0 Is Crazy

Well, here we are 24 hours into the second crippling storm this week and the huge piles of snow are astounding.

I was supposed to list a great new home in Nottingham (thought of as Perry Hall or White Marsh) tomorrow, but it looks like that will be out, because the likelihood of all of us being dug out in the next 24 hours is very slim.

We have what is considered a flat roof over an addition on our house. Luckily my husband shoveled it yesterday to prevent its collapse. I have a feeling he or I will be up there tomorrow to do so again. If you have one, it is a good idea to get the heavy snow off.

We have a gas furnace, so we have been checking the carbon monoxide detector and moving it to different areas to check the levels.

The snow has gotten so high 1/2 of the back door is covered.

This is unbelievable!

I hope you are safe and warm.

Snowpocalypse 2010 2.0 brings SnowSayCanYouSee 2010 2.0 Tomorrow in Fells Point

As I lament about what bad the Snowpocalypse 2010 2.0 brings, in Downtown Baltimore‘s Fell’s Point comes the fun snowball fight called SnowSayCanYouSee at Broadway Square at Broadway and Thames to enjoy the large amount of snow we will have on the ground.

The last one was just this last Saturday, as we are due to have the second blizzard in one week in the Baltimore area, the “fun” just doesn’t seem to end! We make history with this storm, and hopefully many will enjoy another good snowball fight.

Details are posted on Facebook for anyone who wants to join in. Date: February 10, 2010, Time: 2:30 pm

The likelihood is that roads will be closed so you need to live close enough to walk to enjoy this great time tomorrow. So if you live in or around Fell’s Point, don’t miss it!

Snowpocalypse 2010 2.0 On Its Way

Well, we are currently buried in about 30″ of snow here in Towson, MD and just got reports that Baltimore County Schools are closed through Wednesday. I have a feeling that will be extended through the end of the week.

Why?

Snowpocalypse 2010 2.0 is apparently on its way.

Originally forecasters were calling for around 5″. Now they are saying in excess of 10″.

If you follow Foot’s Forecast, they are predicting 12-20″. You read that right. Possibly 1-2 more FEET on top of the almost 3 FEET we have on the ground.

So imagine these photos with double the snow. I will post pix once it gets here, but I can tell you, I am not happy! It’s not good for my clients who are trying to sell their homes in time for buyers to receive the homebuyer tax credit on the purchase, so they are listing earlier than they usually would.

Wish us luck!

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Snowpocalypse 2010 Begins

So Snowmaggedon, Snowpocalypse2010, SnoMG has begun. We have a good 4-6 inches on the ground already, with a predicted 20-30 inches total to expect.

Here is how we look in Towson now, around 9 pm.

We expect 6-10 inches overnight. I will continue to take photos and document the progression of the grill & hot tub as long as they can be seen!
Officials have asked for people to stay off the roads, and stay at home. So I hope you don’t get stir crazy, and are able to remain at home if you are here in the Baltimore area…
Good luck weathering the storm!

Snowpocalypse 2010 “Snow Say Can You See” Snowball Fun in Fells Point February 6, 2010

With the “Snowpocalypse” coming tomorrow through Saturday night with predictions of snow accumulations of around TWO FEET, residents of Downtown Baltimore are ready to have fun.
On December 19, 2009, we got about this same amount, and there was a fun snowball fight in Federal Hill called “Snow Say Can You See”.
This Saturday, February 7, 2010 is Snow Say Can You See Part Two — this time in Fell’s Point at the Broadway Square at Thames and Broadway.
A great time was had by all who attended the last, and I am happy to see that they are moving across the Harbor to let more city residents enjoy!
What a wonderful idea to get people out of their houses for a safe, fun time, since attendees will walk from their houses!
Enjoy to those who get to go — and take pictures to share!

Punxsutawney Phil Sees His Shadow — Baltimore Will See Six More Weeks of Winter

Well, Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow yesterday, so we here in Baltimore can expect six more weeks of winter.

Of course, no matter what, there will be six more weeks of winter. But with the snow covering from overnight, and the 1-2 feet predicted for Friday (Friday 3-6 inches, overnight 6-10 inches) into Saturday (an additional 1-3 inches), I believe the wintry weather is here to stay for some time.

At the grocery store yesterday, there was still some milk, and a variety of breads, but I went before 5 pm. I hope you are stocked through the weekend, because if the predictions remain as they stand, the panic will set in by tomorrow afternoon.

So bundle up, hunker down, and get ready for some more home time. Remember to dig out your board games, get your break & bake cookies, and stay safe as you “enjoy” another snow storm. For fun, read my sarcastic list of how to enjoy the winter white. It was much more enjoyable back in December, I’ll tell you.

Be safe!

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