....underway, we will keep you posted!
Two differences- for sure this one is much 'wetter' snow, so real back-breakers for shovelling and, most noteworthy, I have to go in and work this one! Without doubt, I will have a 911 story to share...
The last time Colorado got smacked with two big snowstorms within about a week, Harry Truman was president, the Cold War had just started, and "It's a Wonderful Life" was in theaters.
These two storms occurred within eight days of each other and we've only seen three other storms in the last 60 years that have come back-to-back in a span of eight or ten days. But fortunately, we were 'spared' by getting only 12 inches. Any other time, a foot of snow is significant.
Work was extremely quiet as most folks heeded the advice of the 1st storm to remain indoors. But the 'usuals' did call in. One citizen noticed on a local website denoting the busineses, schools, government offices, etc that were closed due to the storm and commented to a 911 calltaker "It said City of Lakewood is closed-- does that mean I can't leave my house". (Uhhh..with that kind of brilliance, we dont want you to).
And yet another called in 9 months pregnant and had gone into labor and did not think she could make it to the hospital herself due to the conditions. She indicated she could feel the baby's head wanting to come out.
Fire Dispatcher:"Do you actually see the baby's head?"
Caller:"No mam, I still have my pants on"
Fire Dispatcher:"Is the baby's dad with you to assist in removing your pants?"
Caller:"No, he is not here, but I can get my boyfriend to help."
Yup, another child entering the world to fight an uphill battle day one...
