Boston Meteorologists
Since when did snow in the forecast constitute a storm?
It's going to snow. Period.
Boston meteorologists use "storm" too liberally. Just because 4 inches is going to fall doesn't constitute a storm. During the summer, a thunderstorm makes sense if thunder and lightning are going to accompany rain. But when a rainy day is in the forecast, "storm" is not used.
So why does a snowy forecast constitute the use of "storm." If high winds and drifting snow are part of the forecast then, yes, it's applicable. But a simple snowfall is not a storm.
It's the verbiage in these kind of forecasts that sends idiots running to the store to buy milk, eggs and orange juice. It also gives lazy workers an excuse to "work from home."
Boston meteorologists need to lighten up and give a straight forecast. The forecast last night called tonight's anticipated "snowstorm" as one that will be plowable.
Plowable?
Geez. What's the alternative? That New England shuts down for four days because the plows can't get out?
Plowable.
It's winter. It snows. It's cold. But every damn time it snows does not mean it's a snowstorm.
Boston meteorologists: Choose your words more carefully. Tell it straight.
Plowable?
Storm? I think you mean "snow storm activity." I think Boston weatherpeople have forgotten how to speak normal English.
Posted by: adamg | January 16, 2005 at 12:13 PM
And while we're at it, what's up with the mandatory meteorologist visits to elementary schools? When did this tradition start? I understand it's cool for the kids to see a real "TV person" up close, but it's a little overdone.
Be original. There must be other ways to extend an olive branch to the community.
Posted by: Dan | January 16, 2005 at 01:08 PM
While your at it, what's up w/ meteorologists and their executives who have to have the darn weatherperson report outside in the middle of a rain storm, snow storm, or, worse, a hurricane.
Posted by: Stormy Bud Weather | January 16, 2005 at 04:46 PM
Bring back Shelby Scott! Let's lash her to an antenna at the top of the Pru during the next blizzard!
Posted by: adamg | January 16, 2005 at 10:06 PM
Poor wind-whipped Shelby...
Posted by: Jody | January 17, 2005 at 07:46 AM
Plowable!
Ha!
I heard that last night too. I thought it was very descriptive of that we were supposed to get here in Boston, up to 8".
But, alas. Just a dusting. Dustpan-able. Sweep-able. Shove-push-able.
What I want to know is why these reporters feel they have to go out in the snow without a hat!
Please.
Same goes for football coaches.
Posted by: Steve Garfield | January 17, 2005 at 11:34 AM