January 30, 2008

Well, it's been an interesting 24-36 hours. We have had a prolonged period of freezing rain, freezing drizzle and and even freezing fog. All of which has caused major problems for Islanders, espically those in the western sections of the island. The power has been down for many people and it is heading into it's second day without power.

Here is some of the news stories covering this event:

Western schools cancel classes, wind warning in place for tonight
http://www.theguardian.pe.ca/index.cfm?sid=103281&sc=98

Cleanup now aided by choppers
http://www.theguardian.pe.ca/index.cfm?sid=103204&sc=98

Ice-capades - And lots of problems across the Island
http://www.journalpioneer.com/index.cfm?sid=103299&sc=118

22,000 homes on P.E.I. remain without power
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/prince-edward-island/story/2008/01/30/icestorm-...

Icy roads causing difficulties for P.E.I. power crews
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/prince-edward-island/story/2008/01/29/roads-pow...

Here is a link to the Macphail Woods Weather Page, as they are calling for high winds this evening which may make a bad situation worse.
http://www.macphailwoods.org/weather.html

Also, with the heavy ice, come the falling tree branches, that crash onto the ground due to the weight. A lot of damage can occur to trees and shrubs from ice buildup. Here is a link to the Macphail Woods Pruning page, which may be helpful.
http://www.macphailwoods.org/nursery/pruning.html

Be safe.