UPDATE: Winter Blast 2008

All the warnings and preparation and updates were not in vain as Winter Blast 2008 has arrived. Right now we see about 2 inches of snow and promises of dropping temperatures.  Some news stations are showing continuous coverage of the storm and while looking for something else to watch, I paused on one of the stations.  Chains are required on all freeways, which is smart for two reasons.  First, Oregon snow is not like other snow.  It turns to ice almost immediately. Second, Oregonians for the most part are not equipped to drive in these conditions and have little experience.  Not a good combo.

But what I wonder is why people decide to go out today?  On a Sunday?  After four days of warnings??