Cold Spell Discussion (20/12/09) (Heavy snow showers spreading south)

MUSEIST

I officialy declare this the start of the race to 1000th post.

May the best person win, good luck all:D

Supercell

Will it snow today in Limerick, does anyone know for sure? :pac::pac::pac:

nacho libre

CroppyBoy1798 wrote: »

Take that to the Personal Isses forum.......jeez! :rolleyes:

i got tea all over the mointor after reading that

Mech1

ban him now before it gets any worse:D

3fullback

who ever does get the #1000 post. Re-ward will be a thank you from everyone

MUSEIST

Supercell wrote: »

Will it snow today in Limerick, does anyone know for sure? :pac::pac::pac:

:rolleyes:

SpitfireIV

nacho libre wrote: »

i got tea all over the mointor after reading that

Exxxxxxcellent!

i think the question is not what time we will reach 1000 post by, but, how many of us are going to be banned tomorrow!

Harps

mad DIY wrote: »

And just as I write that it peps up again on RainToday ! Question is though, is it actually snow ?

Raintoday has had us down for snow all evening and its been nothing but rain so you cant really go by that. Seems to be rain almost everywhere so I wouldnt keep my hopes up.

Ive pretty much given up now then..not tired enough for bed though so might as well stick around for half an hour yet

Graces7

Must be an echo in here.....

Supercell wrote: »

Will it snow today in Limerick, does anyone know for sure? :pac::pac::pac:

mad DIY

MUSEIST wrote: »

:rolleyes:

Does a smily really count as a post ?:p

K-9

Graces7 wrote: »

7 miles from O'Neills now right at the top ....2 as the crow flies.

Used to be 6/7 miles South, Glencoagh!

Still no fecking snow in Convoy!

Graces7

:D:D

CroppyBoy1798 wrote: »

Exxxxxxcellent!

i think the question is not what time we will reach 1000 post by, but, how many of us are going to be banned tomorrow!

MUSEIST

mad DIY wrote: »

Does a smily really count as a post ?:p

A single smiley expresses more than any words could ever...:D

Graces7

ABSOLUTELY!!!!

mad DIY wrote: »

Does a smily really count as a post ?:p

nacho libre

Snow has stopped again. It's still cloudy all round though.

kerry1960

A dry slot here , temps just hitting zero with 4cm of frozen snow , some of the higher ground around Kerry must have quite a coating by now .

mad DIY

MUSEIST wrote: »

A single smiley expresses more than any words could ever...:D

Well that's that cleared up then !

mickger

Any chance of any snow in Waterford in the next few days:rolleyes:

Tactical

Supercell wrote: »

Will it snow today in Limerick, does anyone know for sure? :pac::pac::pac:

Careful now (Been watching Father Ted tonight as well as the weather )

Still no cloud yet in West Limerick and traffic has ceased.

SpitfireIV

kerry1960 wrote: »

A dry slot here , temps just hitting zero with 4cm of frozen snow , some of the higher ground around Kerry must have quite a coating by now .

Must....resist..urge to.......point out inuendo in above.......post...... and not refer this user to PI also.........:pac:

mad DIY

Weather report from Dublin - no snow at the mo:(

Graces7

Just let one of the cats out; icy blast in through window.. shall see what the precipitation is when she comes back in:) Black fur shows snow or grapeshot well..

Redsunset

Well carry on talking rubbish,dont mind me.:D

latest online paper reports from irish times


Roads alert as north and northwest get worst of snow and deep freeze




ALISON HEALY and DAN KEENAN
WHITE CHRISTMAS? MAYBE: Met Éireann forecaster Pat Clarke said there was still uncertainty about the weather on Christmas Day, but the low temperatures meant snow would probably still be present in parts of Ulster on Friday.

THE COLD snap of recent days is set to continue and a white Christmas could occur in some areas, according to Met Éireann.
The north and northwest bore the brunt of weekend snowfalls and freezing temperatures, while driving conditions were dangerous in many parts of the country.

Between 10 and 20cm of snow was lying on high ground in parts of Ulster yesterday, while the weather station at Knock airport recorded four centimetres.

Motorists in counties such as Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal and Cavan encountered dangerous driving conditions, with freezing temperatures and icy roads.

The Garda and AA Roadwatch advised motorists to drive with extreme caution due to treacherous conditions in many parts of the country.
AA Roadwatch urged particular caution on roads such as the Dublin/Belfast Road; the N3 Dublin/Cavan Road in Meath; the N4 Dublin/Sligo Road at Ballinalack; the N6 Dublin/Galway Road at Kilbeggan; the N2 in Monaghan; the M7 Portlaoise bypass; the N59 Galway/Westport Road; the N15 Sligo/Bundoran Road; the N16/A4 Sligo/Enniskillen Road and the N81 Tallaght/Baltinglass Road.

Heavy falls of snow at airports in the US, the UK and some European countries affected people intending to travel from Ireland yesterday.
Washington had its biggest December snowfall in more than seven decades, while almost 59cm of snow was recorded at Philadelphia International Airport.

Flights going to and from the UK, Germany, France and eastern Europe were also delayed at various times yesterday.
Dublin Airport Authority spokeswoman Siobhán Moore said the airport had no problems with the weather conditions but some airports abroad had closed for brief periods, which had a knock-on effect on flight arrivals and departures at Dublin.

“The delays vary. Some flights are leaving as normal. Others are a couple of hours delayed, but it’s not too bad,” she said.

Both Aer Lingus and Ryanair advised passengers to expect delays and possible cancellations and to check their websites for updates.
Aer Lingus said 15 flights were cancelled yesterday due to problems at airports such as Manchester and Dusseldorf, while 20 flights were delayed by more than two hours.

Snowfall across northern counties badly affected Belfast International Airport and many roads along the Atlantic coast. The Rathlin ferry was also suspended.

The runway at Aldergrove was closed for a time after initial snowfalls in the early hours of yesterday. About 5cm accumulated, but this was soon cleared and the runway reopened. Passengers have been advised to check with their airline’s website before leaving for the airport.
Heavier falls in the east and southeast of England have also had a knock-on effect on air services to Northern Ireland. George Best Belfast City Airport said it was operating normally yesterday.

Northern Ireland’s Roads Service said it was stepping up its work, while some farmers in north Antrim and Co Derry helped to clear some minor country roads.

Roads Service spokesman Dennis Wilson told UTV: “We are just battling against nature at the minute . . . People just need to slow down and take a lot of extra care.”

Roads have been gritted as part of an ongoing plan of work since 5pm on Saturday, but the Roads Service added that some traffic was needed to help break up ice on the roads and to speed up the melting process on surfaces treated with salt.

Graces7

Love the last sentence..

So we get chips all over the car?

redsunset wrote: »

Well carry on talking rubbish,dont mind me.:D

latest online paper reports from irish times


Roads alert as north and northwest get worst of snow and deep freeze




ALISON HEALY and DAN KEENAN
WHITE CHRISTMAS? MAYBE: Met Éireann forecaster Pat Clarke said there was still uncertainty about the weather on Christmas Day, but the low temperatures meant snow would probably still be present in parts of Ulster on Friday.

THE COLD snap of recent days is set to continue and a white Christmas could occur in some areas, according to Met Éireann.
The north and northwest bore the brunt of weekend snowfalls and freezing temperatures, while driving conditions were dangerous in many parts of the country.

Between 10 and 20cm of snow was lying on high ground in parts of Ulster yesterday, while the weather station at Knock airport recorded four centimetres.

Motorists in counties such as Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal and Cavan encountered dangerous driving conditions, with freezing temperatures and icy roads.

The Garda and AA Roadwatch advised motorists to drive with extreme caution due to treacherous conditions in many parts of the country.
AA Roadwatch urged particular caution on roads such as the Dublin/Belfast Road; the N3 Dublin/Cavan Road in Meath; the N4 Dublin/Sligo Road at Ballinalack; the N6 Dublin/Galway Road at Kilbeggan; the N2 in Monaghan; the M7 Portlaoise bypass; the N59 Galway/Westport Road; the N15 Sligo/Bundoran Road; the N16/A4 Sligo/Enniskillen Road and the N81 Tallaght/Baltinglass Road.

Heavy falls of snow at airports in the US, the UK and some European countries affected people intending to travel from Ireland yesterday.
Washington had its biggest December snowfall in more than seven decades, while almost 59cm of snow was recorded at Philadelphia International Airport.

Flights going to and from the UK, Germany, France and eastern Europe were also delayed at various times yesterday.
Dublin Airport Authority spokeswoman Siobhán Moore said the airport had no problems with the weather conditions but some airports abroad had closed for brief periods, which had a knock-on effect on flight arrivals and departures at Dublin.

“The delays vary. Some flights are leaving as normal. Others are a couple of hours delayed, but it’s not too bad,” she said.

Both Aer Lingus and Ryanair advised passengers to expect delays and possible cancellations and to check their websites for updates.
Aer Lingus said 15 flights were cancelled yesterday due to problems at airports such as Manchester and Dusseldorf, while 20 flights were delayed by more than two hours.

Snowfall across northern counties badly affected Belfast International Airport and many roads along the Atlantic coast. The Rathlin ferry was also suspended.

The runway at Aldergrove was closed for a time after initial snowfalls in the early hours of yesterday. About 5cm accumulated, but this was soon cleared and the runway reopened. Passengers have been advised to check with their airline’s website before leaving for the airport.
Heavier falls in the east and southeast of England have also had a knock-on effect on air services to Northern Ireland. George Best Belfast City Airport said it was operating normally yesterday.

Northern Ireland’s Roads Service said it was stepping up its work, while some farmers in north Antrim and Co Derry helped to clear some minor country roads.

Roads Service spokesman Dennis Wilson told UTV: “We are just battling against nature at the minute . . . People just need to slow down and take a lot of extra care.”

Roads have been gritted as part of an ongoing plan of work since 5pm on Saturday, but the Roads Service added that some traffic was needed to help break up ice on the roads and to speed up the melting process on surfaces treated with salt.

squonk

No snow here... think it's snowing in Limerick though...
Just my contribution for 1000th. post

MUSEIST

just like yesterday and earlier today all the showers are dying just before they get to me....:mad:

Graces7

I am staying HOME until it has melted..

mad DIY

Hmm, that pepped up 'snow' shower that was looking Dublin bound appears to have taken a sudden left turn at Granard and is now heading for Meath.

squonk

That'd be decent! I looked out here now and can see starts. Not good!

WolfeIRE

started to snow here. Settling on previous total [just a dusting]. Radar looks like we might get 10 mins orm so. Gonna take it in and then off to bed. Hope it makes its way across the estuary to limerick, kerry lads. night all.