Watch Tewksbury Patch user Michael Bettano's time-lapse video of the Blizzard of '13.
On Monday, we shared a time-lapse video of the Blizzard of '13 by Tewksbury resident Wayne Geiser. Fellow Tewksbury Patch user Michael Bettano also passed on his own time-lapse video of the storm. Watch the video above to see 27 hours of Nemo in a little over a minute.
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Relive 27 hours of the Blizzard of '13 in less than a minute.
Check out this awesome video created by Tewksbury resident Wayne Geiser, capturing 27 hours of the Blizzard of '13 in less than a minute. Wayne created the video using time-lapse photography. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NjXWpBVAvw
What kind of an impact is the Blizzard of '13 having in your neighborhood. Take photos or video clips and upload them to Tewksbury Patch!
As the forecasted snow storm moves into the Tewksbury area today, we're asking readers to submit their best photos and video clips of the Blizzard of '13 in their neighborhood. Snap a photo or shoot video out your front door, in your back yard or down your street and upload it by clicking the big button above this text. Cell phone cameras work just fine, too. And if you're an Instagram user, upload your best photos with the app as well! Be sure to get your up-to-the-minute storm coverage with the Tewksbury Patch Storm Center. NOTE: Only photos uploaded to the site will be featured; please do not email photos.
Light, fluffy snow on rooftops can act as a sponge for rain, which is in the forecast for Monday. The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency offers these tips.
With rain in Tewksbury's forecast for Monday, the Blizzard of '13 may not be finished wreaking havoc in Massachusetts. While temperatures dropped overnight on Friday resulting in light, fluffy snow, he Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) warns that fluffy snow piled high on roofs can act as a sponge, absorbing rain and adding additional stress to structures. Relatively flat roofs are particularly vulnerable, MEMA says. In other cases, roof ice dams have formed causing water build-up, leading to interior damage. These conditions can accelerate the snowmelt. To minimize the risk of over-stressing a building roof due to accumulated or drifting snow: Information from a release by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA…
Huge amounts of snow, mechanical failures add to challenges.
Town Manager Richard Montuori said Tewksbury has weathered the Blizzard of '13 fairly well but he is asking the public to be patient when it comes to the clearing of the town roads. As estimated 27 inches of snow buried the town over a span of around 26 hours. But despite the heavy snowfall and winds that topped 35 MPH, Tewksbury avoided the widespread power outages that impacted more than 160,000 National Grid customers, mostly to the east and southeast. "Overall things have gone well considering the magnitude of the storm," said Montuori. "We have been told by National Grid that there are 150 customers without power in the Merrimack Valley and one in Tewksbury. According to National Grid's liaison, power should be restored by this …
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We'll be continually updating this article with the latest news on the Blizzard of '13 and it's impact on Tewksbury, including cancellations and emergency info.
(Editor's note: We will be continuing to update this article with additional information about the blizzard and it's impact on Tewksbury.) See a tree down in your neighborhood? Notice a road blocked off? Just saw a store clerk upload a pallet of fresh batteries? Please use this story on Tewksbury Patch to help out your neighbors as we brave the storm together. As we hunker down to ride out the Blizzard of '13, we want to make sure that Tewksbury stays connected. For live updates during the storm, be sure to download our App for your smartphone or tablet and 'like' Tewksbury Patch on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. As you send us messages through social media and email (williamg@patch.com), we’ll make sure the information is added here …
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2:31 pm on Saturday, February 16, 2013
Not knowing if I may use the term douche bag here, I will limit myself to simply saying that Kathy Spencer is a perfect example of the nasty, mentally challenged types who unfortunately get to use the power of this forum for evil. I do not know the Callahans or have a dog in the fight, but my family meets to eat at Callahan's regularly and finds it one of Tewksbury's best kept secrets. The place … more ›
The state Department of Public Safety provided these tips on how to safely remove snow and ice from your rooftop.
This information is reprinted from a Department of Public Safety bulletin. Tips for homeowners in removing snow and ice from roofs and other areas: The state Department of Public Safety also advises:
Do you agree with the governor's decision or was it too drastic?
All non-emergency drivers were ordered off the roads on Friday when Gov. Deval Patrick issued an executive order banning travel during the blizzard. (Editor's note: The ban is lifted statewide as of 4 p.m. Saturday.) Patrick's executive order is being praised by some and bashed by others, reported The Boston Globe. While former Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis, who was in charge of the commonwealth during the Blizzard of ’78, praised the governor’s move, others called the order “tyrannical” and say the strict ban and hefty fines were too much, according to The Globe. Those caught violating the ban would face up to a year in jail and a $500 fine. What do you think? Do you agree with the governor’s decision or do you think the travel ban …
3:40 pm on Sunday, February 10, 2013
People should use their common sense in situations like this--but there are always some who won't and will endanger others in the process. The ban was good in that respect, and the $500 fine certainly should have made folks think twice if they were hesitating over driving or staying home for no particular reason. However, the threatened jail time was absurd--and enough's been said about that here… more ›
Dr. David Harnois of Harnois Chiropractic offers advise to residents.
(Editor's note: This article was first published on Jan. 14, 2011.) Shoveling snow, particularly after a big storm, can be a dangerous activity. If precautions aren't taken, the simple act of trying to clear out your drive or walkway can result in a back injury, pulled muscle or worse. Dr. David Harnois offers advice on how to do it safely. “The proper procedure would be to [stretch out first],” said Harnois, of Harnois Chiropractic, 2500 Main St. "So that you don’t begin shoveling without loosening up.” This is where many people make their first mistake. Next, in conditions like this, where you need to shovel heavy, wet snow, try not take a whole shovel full, said Harnois. “Only take as much as you are comfortable with.” This may involve…
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We'll be continually updating this article with the latest news on the Blizzard of '13 and it's impact on Tewksbury, including cancellations and emergency info.
Amy W
12:35 pm on Monday, February 11, 2013
I agree! I work in Cambridge and could not believe how poorly the streets were plowed today compared to Tewksbury. Great job to Tewksbury DPW and all those who were out plowing! more ›