It's slick in some spots. Be careful out there!

How is the ice storm coming along? I hope everyone is careful (and warm). Stay home if you can.

I left my house about 6 a.m. and the roads were passable. Saw several salt/sanding trucks so hopefully that will help.

But I dread the drive home and tomorrow a.m.!

Well...here in Norman just got power back about 20 minutes ago after being out for the last 5-6 hours. 10 dead so far. Probably one the worst ones we have had, just because of the area impacted. The last big ice storm really stayed out towards Clinton and such and impact fewer people.

Definitely an interesting storm to follow if you aren't having to get out in it.

Yeah, we were kind of joking on the other threads about over reaction but this time, they may have hit it right.

We haven't lost power yet in Edmond but apparently thousands have in South Moore/Norman/OKC.

Jones High School burnt down because of a blown transformer (no power for the hydrants) and 11 people dead from accidents on the slick icy roads.

No school today and I'm betting tomorrow and maybe Wednesday as well.
Don't get out there unless it's mandatory. Seriously, it's not worth it.

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About every 15 minutes, I can hear another section of tree fall.

OK, so I moved to OKC in April. How many storms/ ice days like this are there in the avg winter?

1, sometimes 2.


Good stuff, good stuff.

I think we may be trapped here. Trees and branches keep falling onto the sidewalks and they are becoming difficult to pass lol.

The gate behind us has been completely taken out by two trees that fell. And we keep hearing more and more falling. The ice is collecting on our breezeway...I think I'm going to have to sweep it away.

I also think I'm going to make some brownies. And a bbq chicken pizza. Yup. I called my sis and she's baking, too. And cooking. It seems to run in our genes. Provide, provide, PROVIDE! I'm glad I did my shopping on Saturday or else I'd be screwed!

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My trees are breaking and falling all over. Curse Mr. Nichols for putting elm trees up everywhere. The ones I haven't had to take down already are now falling down. It sounds like gunshots going off outside.

Look at the bright side...free firewood.

Trees breaking all night kept waking me up constantly. HUGE branches.

Throw a Shrimp on the Barbi?

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My trees are all splitting and limbs are breaking like crazy - boo hoo... my poor trees.

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This is a patch of grass.. these are frozen blades - pretty cool!

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Icicles are sooo pretty.

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CNN

Deadly ice storm knocks out power to 500,000 - CNN.com

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My poor Azaleas



Trees do funny things when covered in ice.



Saw this this morning.

I hope my tree holds up.

I would love to go out and take photos but I'm just sticking to looking out the window today. Whole trees and giant branches keep falling and I'm a little scared for my life if I go out! Ha.

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Heh...I had to go out...I got hungry

Wow, they said 2 out of 3 people don't have electricity.. how did we get so lucky?

I just called and ordered Chinese Food for Delivery... I was amazed they were still delivering food but they said no problem.... they are out driving around all day.. so I ordered.

I'm feeling very lucky today...... warm and cozy.

I hope that the power comes on for everyone else.. it's really sad that so many people are in the dark and probably cold.

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I know, I know so many people today without I'm amazed I have it. We even have a friend coming to stay who is without.

Good thing I have enough food!

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It's so cold, my icicles have icicles!

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lol - that's beautiful!!

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