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Posted by nanaimo73 on Monday, March 3, 2008 1:11 PM

 blhanel wrote:
What a difference a day makes, especially in March- we're currently at 19 degrees here, with about an inch and a half of fresh snow to replace the stuff that melted yesterday.  Sounds like we'll be waiting for awhile for the warm air to return.

Brian, that sounds like lousy weather for cleaning up a derailment. Did you hear about CRANDIC's accident down in Hills on Sat. afternoon? This was on the shortline/industrial Yahoo group.

Iowa City train derailment caused by snow, ice on tracks
Monday, March 03, 2008;
IOWA CITY - (The Gazette - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services) -- A buildup of ice and snow on the tracks caused yesterday's derailment of a Cedar Rapids and Iowa City Railway train, Alliant Energy spokesman Ryan Stensland said today.

The train was pulling 12 cars loaded with salt. A locomotive slug and one salt car left the tracks about 4:30 p.m. near Old Highway 218 and Izaak Walton Road, south of Iowa City. No injuries were reported.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Hills Fire Department are assisting today in the cleanup of a small fuel spill, Stensland said. The train is expected to be rerailed today.

He added Riverside traffic could be affected by the process.

Jeff Woods, marketing manager of the CRANDIC railway, said the next step will be to repair the tracks after the train is rerailed. "Service will resume after the track is fixed," he said. "Hopefully, that will be by the end of tomorrow."

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Posted by blhanel on Monday, March 3, 2008 2:09 PM

Yep, been following that one on the Yahoo groups, and the local media had a video report on it as well.  It actually happened last Wednesday, the 27th.  Speculation suggests that ice derailed it- they were running slug-first down a seldom-traveled spur that was covered pretty deep.  In fact, it was cleaned up before the weekend was over.

http://www.kcrg.com/news/local/16053187.html

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Posted by JoeKoh on Monday, March 3, 2008 3:10 PM

afternoon

the snow is mostly gone now.matthew came home from school with a trivia paper for the family to fill out.one of the questions I had a brain cramp on.Matt says"dad maybe you should go to the doctor."Cw thanks for supper.

stay safe

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Posted by tree68 on Monday, March 3, 2008 3:21 PM

55!

May not seem like an important number to some of you, but when it was 15 below less than a week ago, 55 degrees is like a day on a tropical island.  Never mind that it's mounds of snow, not sand dunes.

Considering that I talked to our weather guys at the airfield a little while ago and they told me that Wednesday wasn't going to be pretty,  I'll take what I can get!

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Posted by locomutt on Monday, March 3, 2008 8:26 PM

Larry, for you all, and that area, I would expect that to be an important number this

time of year. We managed to make it to 70 today, but tomorrow's highs are supposed

to be in the mid 40s. 

Shirt sleeves one day, jackets the next. Even the Weather Forecasters are complaining

about their wardrobes!!

Yeah, take it when you can get it, one day at a time; sure beats the alternative!! 

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Posted by cherokee woman on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 5:25 AM

Good Tuesday morning, eveyrone.  Hope you all had a very good night, and are ready to start a brand new day.  We're still getting rain here, although they have cancelled the flood watch for our area.

Coffee, juices, hot chocolate, hot cider and hot tea are all ready, and on the warmer bar this morning:  turkey bacon, oatmeal (peaches & cream), toast.  Figured with all the rain and or snow some of us are getting, they's like a hot, stick to your ribs breakfast this morning.  

Checking attendance this morning:  where are Mookie, mudchicken, Larry, Tom, Joe, and everyone else?  (I have talked to Duff.  They are all doing well. She has been extremely busy with little Sadie, and hasn't been able to get online much. )

 

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Posted by CNW 6000 on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 5:25 AM

A balmy 7 above as I come in today.  I'll take some juice and bagels with the fixin's for now.  Time to lurk...

How'd I miss you again CW?  The kitchen ain't that big, lol.

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Posted by cherokee woman on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 6:24 AM

Dan, guess it's because I'm only 4 ft. 6 in, and 128 lbs.  I'm easy to (under )overlook.Wink [;)]  I'm always being told "I didn't see you there!" 

Our current temp is about 41 out, and very breezy.  Guess I'd better wear my heavy coat to do Produce this morning.  Going to be a nice day to stay inside and start on spring cleaning after I get back from  Produce Tuesday.  Do you all want this to be Mexican Fiesta Day, Pizza Day, or something else?

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Posted by tree68 on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 7:08 AM

We set a new record high yesterday at 58.  Today we pay for it, with a winter storm warning containing freezing rain, sleet, snow, and who know what else.  The ice issue is expected to be significant - branches and wires down, etc.

Gotta pick up some milk and I'm good.  If things are too bad, I'll be at the fire station anyhow.

Bearclaw and tea. 

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Posted by JoeKoh on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 7:20 AM

good morning

our driveway is an ice rink along with some intersections around us.we did make it to our polling place to vote this morning.put the trash out and the clouds were going back west which isn't a good sign.weather guessers say we could have some ice to go with some snow later on.going to take a nap then do some chores later.

stay safe

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Posted by locomutt on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 7:39 AM

Dan, that's one of the reasons we don't go out together much; she gets lost in crowds!

(I'm 5'10") 

Do we need to put out an A.P.B. for Mookie?, or is she M.I.A. or P.O.W.

(although I'm finding her rocker quite comfortable!!) 

Joe, thankfully we don't have that situation here; but are there "goal nets" on your drive?

I could borrow one of Sarah's hockey sticks and see if Matt wants a game. 

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Posted by spokyone on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 8:19 AM
Hey Joe: This from Monday's Spokane paper.

13'6" doesn't fit the 11'6" clearance

The BNSF bridge was not damaged.
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Posted by eolafan on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 8:23 AM

 spokyone wrote:
Hey Joe: This from Monday's Spokane paper.

13'6" doesn't fit the 11'6" clearance

The BNSF bridge was not damaged.

I'll bet the truck driver was saying something like "I THINK I CAN, I THINK I CAN, I THINK I CAN...WHOOPS...I KNOW I CAN'T!"

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Posted by Modelcar on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 8:58 AM

....I realize the one responsible when driving is {supposed to be}, the driver....But, as often as these non standard places seem to "trick" many who drive under them, one would think at least, signage...with appropriate visual warnings should be in place....Attention getters...!

That 11' 6" sign is on the small side and has no eye catching appearance to it as I see it in the photo.  But, especially in the case of this location......Wow.....Not even close.  One wonders what the driver was doing.

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Posted by Modelcar on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 9:03 AM

...Boy, they have been talking about this freezing rain, sleet, whatever since yesterday afternoon.  Temp right now at our location:  34.3 degrees....So it's close to being able to do something slippery.

Right now we're headed into the Muncie town as I have new glasses to pick up....and then breakfast, hopefully if the weather is not too threatening. 

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Posted by eolafan on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 9:03 AM
 Modelcar wrote:

....I realize the one responsible when driving is {supposed to be}, the driver....But, as often as these non standard places seem to "trick" many who drive under them, one would think at least, signage...with appropriate visual warnings should be in place....Attention getters...!

That 11' 6" sign is on the small side and has no eye catching appearance to it as I see it in the photo.  But, especially in the case of this location......Wow.....Not even close.  One wonders what the driver was doing.

Valid points all.  When I lived in Philadelphia back in about 1980 I recall how many times truckers would come upon a similar undepass and see the clearance signs clearly indicating the specifics and fell they had a couple inches to spare...only to find out the hard way that the City of Philadelphia had recently put a inch or two of fresh asphalt on the street under the bridge and then OUCH!

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Posted by diningcar on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 9:23 AM
Just time for a short Smile [:)] reply. Bright sun and near 60 in AZ mountains today. Oatmeal and hot chocolate will get me going. Will be back later!!
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Posted by cherokee woman on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 10:36 AM

Had 60 people today at Produce.  Did not get much delivered today; just lettuce, oranges, potatoes and strawberries. 

Today will be Tuesday Mexican Fiesta Day, with all the regular Mexican food items on the warmer bar.

Now, I'm heading to the bar, to do a small load of laundry, and clean the floor.

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Posted by Mookie on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 11:30 AM

CW - is heading for the bar? 

MUTT!  Best go after her and tell her I know the forum is a little dull, but no need to go drown herself in white lightnin'.  Milk would be much better.

Moo.....

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Posted by mudchicken on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 11:45 AM
AHA! - Found Da Mooks!
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Posted by Mookie on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 1:02 PM

I am never missing very far - usually just bored or tired or both! 

 

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Posted by JoeKoh on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 1:20 PM

spokyone-just like a can of sandines huh? we did have a truck last week take on the jefferson ave viaduct and loose of course.haven't had one take on the clinton st viaduct for awhile.just give it time.Cw I will take some of that fiesta for work tonight please.As for the mookie she can strike anywhere at anytime.

stay safe

joe

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Posted by Modelcar on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 1:20 PM

....Ice is now gaining headway.....Temp here: 31.3.  Rain still falling, and turning to ice as it hits.  If it continues with something, sure hope it changes over to snow.  Would like the power lines to stay in place.  With our ice storm of a few years ago, the big stuff fell then, and much trimming right after that occured too.  All that has helped us when we get one of these or worse to keep power lines up.

Don't see it on street surface yet....Deluded salt solution helping there even with the temp drop of a couple of degrees.

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Posted by locomutt on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 2:34 PM
 Mookie wrote:

CW - is heading for the bar? 

MUTT!  Best go after her and tell her I know the forum is a little dull, but no need to go drown herself in white lightnin'.  Milk would be much better.

Moo.....

Mook!! The Cafe is "Alcohol Free!!"  What are you talking about!!!!Confused [%-)]

(Milk Ferments that badly/quickly?) 


Well, we've not had any semis getting stuck under the underpasses recently,

but today seems to have been a day where motorists ignore the warning about driving under/into one when there's high water!! The city and suburban fire depts. have already

had several such "rescues" today!. (people Standing on vehicles, not stuck in them!)

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Posted by tree68 on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 2:41 PM

 Mookie wrote:
I am never missing very far - usually just bored or tired or both! 

I try not to be bored.  It leaves marks.

Tired I've been too much of lately.

Latest word on granddaughter is "any time now."  Better start packing my bags - I'm expected in MD when she's born.  Won't make it for the delivery, but proud papa has mentioned wanting to be able to take Dad to nursery at hospital and point out the new arrival.  Not sure if I'll be able to get there for that, but I certainly won't be a burden at the house once the baby comes home - at least I can cook...

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Posted by locomutt on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 2:46 PM
 Mookie wrote:

I am never missing very far - usually just bored or tired or both! 

 

Is that "Boredly Tired", or "Tiredly Bored?" Wink [;)]

And you have been MFTC!!!!  (missing from the cafe!) 

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Posted by JoeKoh on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 4:19 PM

our house is now an ice house.hopefully the power stays on.not going to be fun going to work tonight.

stay safe

joe

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Posted by diningcar on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 5:51 PM

I will miss the Mexican Fiesta tonight. We are in a monthly supper club and will be at the Red Lobster. But count on me for breakfast, Paula. Whatever you set on the warming tray will get me started in the AM.

I will say goodnight now.

 Jack

 

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Posted by cherokee woman on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 5:11 AM

Good Wednesday morning, everyone!  Think I'm semi back to 'normal' this morning.  Hopefully, I won't be "heading to a bar", when I meant that I'd be heading to the kitchen, and laundry room, to do laundry, and sweep and mop the kitchen floor!!  Oh well, at least I probably gave you all a good laugh yesterday!Blush [:I]  Think the milk was kind of strong, if you get my drift!

Coffee, juice, hot chocolate and hot tea are ready, and on the warmer bar this morning:  turkey bacon, sausage links & patties, scrambled eggs, homemade buttermilk biscuits w/sausage gravy, tater tots, oatmeal (peaches & cream or maple brown sugar) , toast, and bagels and bear claws.

Hope Joe will be able to make it in this morning, and anyone else who got ice yesterday.  Looks like we will be getting snow sometime Friday.  Don't know yet how much, or how little snow we're to receive.  (Hope it's very small amount!)

You all have a very good morning, take care outside, and be careful out there!!

 

 

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Posted by diningcar on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 5:27 AM

Good morning Paula and thanks for having breakfast ready. It's 4:15 in AZ and I could not sleep so here I am ready for coffee, some oatmeal and a bear claw (or two).

Dinner with friends at the Red Lobster last night was great and our favorite server, Andrea, took good care of us for which she was amply rewarded. Be back later!!

Jack

 

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