That's what people here think anyway. It don't think I will ever stop thinking this is funny. I pulled some choice comments from the news website so you can see how freaked out people get about the snow here-
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The threat of wintry weather this week has Metro Schools preparing for any weather emergency that may occur.
Administrators said Wednesday that workers with the transportation department will be monitoring the weather all night.
Phillips said each school bus driver has been instructed to check out their bus.
They must go through a long safety check to make sure they have enough fuel. They will also have to check their tires to make sure they are good for the road.
The district is also stocking up on extra food at every school in case students are forced to stay in school longer or have to return because of bad weather.
"Basically canned items, tuna salad, crackers, milk and so on," said Jay Nelson, director of food services. "But we just want to be sure children have something nourishing while they're here."
I especially like the part about needing extra food for the kids- like they are all going to be trapped and starve to death!
Now I know what you guys are thinking- "What's wrong with being cautious? Snow can be dangerous." Yes, snow can be dangerous- 6" or 12" might be cause for concern, but that's not what we get here- we will get 1/10 of an inch at the most. It did snow a little tonight, but it didn't even stick and it isn't cold enough to freeze. A snowy day here is like a pretty nice day in Colorado actually. These Southerners just aren't used to it I guess-That, or they just scare easily!
It suits me alright though because I don't really like the snow anyway and all these people with their canned food and propane heaters give me something to laugh about!
Yup, just checked online and as of right now school is closed for tomorrow!
PS: If you want to check out the snow yourself, I linked the Nashville Skycam to the title. Just click on it- but don't be disappointed if it is a snow white out and you can't see anything
: )
2 comments:
Last week Wolfcreek Pass got snow in excess of 10 feet. For that you would need some soda crackers and tuna salad. It has been very cold here the last few days. Wind chill 20 below.
I put you and Patrick on Mike Thompson's Super Bowl board. I will send you your numbers when they are drawn. God luck!!!
But Tennesseans can laugh at us when we're panting on 100 degree/30% humidity summer days. We're crying; they think, "Hmm, Spring!"
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