This storm is no joke, folks! Reliable sources of energy and grid resiliency matter!
Colorado Public Radio (12/22/22) reports: "Bitter cold and snow swept across Colorado overnight, leading to flight cancellations, road closures and a handful of power outages. At 5 a.m., the National Weather Service reported a temperature of -14 at Denver International Airport. When combined with the wind and humidity, the “feels like” temperature was a dangerous -29. Spots on the eastern plains reported even lower temperatures, including -16 in Yuma. And it may still get colder. Officials suggest staying home Thursday if possible. If you do have to go out, limit your exposure and wear layers. Transportation officials are warning of potential flash freezing on roads, especially along Interstate 70. CDOT said sub-zero temperatures rapidly freeze any surface moisture, which could create icy conditions. The agency spent Tuesday pre-treating troublesome spots in the metro area, including bridges, overpasses and shady areas on major routes. Travelers are urged to pack a blanket, water and other emergency supplies in case they get stuck while on the road. Early Thursday, a handful of roads across the state had been closed due to hazardous conditions. Those included I-70 in both directions between Limon and Burlington and U.S. 40 in both directions between Steamboat Springs and Kremmling. The Colorado Department of Transportation recommends checking cotrip.org before venturing out if travel is absolutely necessary."
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“I can sum up the solution to climate change in two sentences: We need to eliminate global emissions of greenhouse gases by 2050. Extreme weather is already causing more suffering, and if we don’t get to net-zero emissions, our grandchildren will grow up in a world that is dramatically worse off.”
– Bill Gates,
Former Computer Salesman
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