Over the years, not only did I learn I never wanted to live anywhere I had to scoop snow ever again, but I also picked up a few hacks to make life easier in snowy, icy weather. First off, just know, if you bust your butt on the ice, someone WILL see you.
This morning we posted a picture of the snow and asked you, our Gator 99.5 loyal listeners to go to our Gator Facebook page and post your snow pictures. Boy y'all showed up big this morning.
While we have cold weather on our minds in S.W. La. and even snow in the forecast down here, besides the kids loving to play in snow, the dog and cat enjoy it too.
I've lived in SWLA my whole life, and can count on one hand the number of times I've seen snow, ice-sickles, and other wintry weather wonders. Winter in SWLA usually means that during any given week you'll have 5 cold days, 1 really cold day, and 1 day warm enough to wear shorts and a tanktop...
Most people think snow in Southwest Louisiana is a reason to go outside and enjoy this very rare occurrence. It is fun until you have to drive over roads that are covered in ice. That may be what we encounter tomorrow morning so the National Weather Service has issued a warning.