Snowmagedagain

Idjit · 28-02-2018 04:09PM

Motivator wrote: »

Yes Jade, it’s just hilarious.

iamwhoiam wrote: »

The countries who have regular deep snow are a completely different matter . They invest money in the equipment and staff to clear the snow . We get snow maybe once every five years and it would simply not be economical for us to do the same .

I don't know why I got such sarcastic/defensive replies to my post. I'm aware as to why our country isn't as well prepared as others.

Hector Bellend · 28-02-2018 04:10PM

I'm off until Monday. I was so happy that i got three free days off that I stayed in bed until 11.30.

I'll be eating curries and gambling like a mad yoke

Idjit · 28-02-2018 04:12PM

Fiery mutant wrote: »

My wife is Slovak, and I would agree. But they are used to it and the country is prepped for it. Roads get cleared regularly, people are responsible for the foot paths outside their property so they clear those areas, and snow tires used on cars etc.

It’s hard to get roads gritted here in cold weather.

Ah yeah I understand why we're not as prepared as they are. It was just funny that I was all enchanted with the little bit of snow and the weather drama since it's so rare.. And she's there clocking much lower temps and deeper snow regularly haha!

iamwhoiam · 28-02-2018 04:17PM

Jade182 wrote: »

I don't know why I got such sarcastic/defensive replies to my post. I'm aware as to why our country isn't as well prepared as others.

I was neither sarcastic or defensive , I was having a conversation

Idjit · 28-02-2018 04:19PM

iamwhoiam wrote: »

I was neither sarcastic or defensive , I was having a conversation

The other poster I quoted was sarcastic. If you didn't intend to come across as defensive then I apologise.

iamwhoiam · 28-02-2018 04:23PM

Jade182 wrote: »

The other poster I quoted was sarcastic. If you didn't intend to come across as defensive then I apologise.

No problem ! I lived in Berlin and they were so efficient in snow fall . But one huge advantage was the underground system . The bin lorries converted to snow ploughs , everyone was legally bound to clear the path in front of their home or business . Staff were quickly transfered from parks etc into snow clearing . Medical staff were brought in by the army if need be etc . No wonder it all flowed !
The fact people knew that things would flow and shops stay open etc also stopped the stock piling and businesses closing . The efficiency of the city councils had a knock affect on everything

CruelCoin · 28-02-2018 04:54PM

Tesco last night, all the spuds were gone.

Every single one.

It's the most irish ****ing thing i've ever seen.

Hande hoche! · 28-02-2018 04:55PM

CruelCoin wrote: »

Tesco last night, all the spuds were gone.

Every single one.

It's the most irish ****ing thing i've ever seen.

You could always try Smash? If you're desperate.

Tommo3434343 · 28-02-2018 04:58PM

Off until Monday. Delighted. Are any pubs open tonight? I'm in D12 in Dublin. Need something to do with all this free time.

facehugger99 · 28-02-2018 05:19PM

CruelCoin wrote: »

Tesco last night, all the spuds were gone.

Every single one.

It's the most irish ****ing thing i've ever seen.

A bit like the famine.

Hande hoche! · 28-02-2018 05:20PM

facehugger99 wrote: »

A bit like the famine.

Bit too Anglican to suggest some soup instead?

BillyBobBS · 28-02-2018 05:23PM

FizzleSticks wrote: »

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Yes and it's wet.

BillyBobBS · 28-02-2018 05:24PM

Dakota Dan wrote: »

No snow here in north cork all I see is green fields and dry roads.

In Dublin i meant, nobody cares about Cork ffs.

Nettle Soup · 28-02-2018 05:28PM

Hector Bellend wrote: »

I'm off until Monday. I was so happy that i got three free days off that I stayed in bed until 11.30.

I'll be eating curries and gambling like a mad yoke

You'll also be watching porn you horn dog!

DEFTLEFTHAND · 28-02-2018 05:44PM

What parts of the country got no snow?

Fiery mutant · 28-02-2018 05:45PM

Jade182 wrote: »

Ah yeah I understand why we're not as prepared as they are. It was just funny that I was all enchanted with the little bit of snow and the weather drama since it's so rare.. And she's there clocking much lower temps and deeper snow regularly haha!

We go there every winter, and I love the snow. But for some reason i have enjoyed it here today even more. The whole drama around it has made it so enjoyable. The whole estate is out throwing snowballs and making snowmen (and snow women). People that you don’t see from one end of the year to the other are all out interacting.

murpho999 · 28-02-2018 05:47PM

seachto7 wrote: »

I'm guessing a lot of places are also closing up due to the fear of being sued by people "falling".

Trains are running all day, so in theory, no reason we couldn't have gone to the office, but as a red alert was issued, the company sent out an email.

I'd say Irish Rail are happy, as they won't have to deal with the claims if people stay at home!

I really don't think people are thinking of claiming all the time and it is not a reason for Irish Rail to run trains today but hope nobody is on them.

greenspurs · 28-02-2018 05:48PM

DEFTLEFTHAND wrote: »

What parts of the country got no snow?

Very little here in South Kilkenny.
Some powdery flurries , but most of it has melted

farmerwifelet · 28-02-2018 05:48PM

just watched the news there and they task force were warning people in leinster to be indoors by 4pm tomorrow! :eek:

pilly · 28-02-2018 05:51PM

farmerwifelet wrote: »

just watched the news there and they task force were warning people in leinster to be indoors by 4pm tomorrow! :eek:

And Munster.

Neyite · 28-02-2018 05:51PM

DEFTLEFTHAND wrote: »

What parts of the country got no snow?

Galway City is sunny and dry. Not a flake of snow and no breeze at all. Feels weird to be honest.

tedpan · 28-02-2018 05:51PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmc_UlV4IfE

Some more from today

CruelCoin · 28-02-2018 05:53PM

Hande hoche! wrote: »

You could always try Smash? If you're desperate.

facehugger99 wrote: »

A bit like the famine.

Not sure what was worse; the ridiculousness of the empty spud and bread shelves, or the forlorn looking aul' wans who couldn't cope beyond "mate an spuds"

MilesMorales1 · 28-02-2018 05:56PM

Hooray for Supervalu having fresh baps and unsliced bread.

sonofenoch · 28-02-2018 05:57PM

DEFTLEFTHAND wrote: »

What parts of the country got no snow?

My bedroom....positively balmy

diomed · 28-02-2018 05:58PM

I was out clearing footpaths, but forgot to wear a disguise to avoid claims for falls.
Now it is an evening of online poker.

farmerwifelet · 28-02-2018 06:03PM

pilly wrote: »

And Munster.

missed the munster bit!
kids are running around hyper on marshmallows.:rolleyes:

Try_harder · 28-02-2018 06:08PM

Cat looking out the French Doors at the snow fall, I opened the door and beckoned him out, but a sharp gust of wind came and he went running back into the sitting room.

I find him curled in a ball on the sofa don't blame him, blazing fire -very cozy

MonkieSocks · 28-02-2018 06:27PM

Tin Foil Hat · 28-02-2018 06:27PM

pilly wrote: »

And Munster.

Yup. Snow Day declared at work for Friday. Must get meself a nice bottle of red for tomorrow evening.

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