Not Fun
This week has seen high winds along I-25 and I-80 in Wyoming to the point the highways have been closed. We are talking winds gusting in the 90 mph range. The sky may be clear but the visibility can drop to zero instantly in blowing snow.
Normally we drive North on I-25 at 0darkthirty. Wednesday I ran the route backwards so as to drive I-25 in the daylight.
Today the other route driver did the same. Makes for another 70 miles and fighting roads and wind, a very long day. The tow truck drivers are doing well. They earn every penny.
On another topic, there is a saying, "The front door was locked for your protection, not mine"
At my son's house.
In reality the daughter in law is very proficient with firearms, enjoys shooting, and is a better shot than any of us. They have taken strong measures to safely keep what they have safe and far away from unauthorized hands while having a "plan" to insure the family's safety and long term survival.
9 comments:
I keep hearing that they use logging chains for wind socks in Wyoming.....
Could be true.
I'm sorry that you have to be out in that, driving a Prius. I'd be much more comfortable to see you in a 4x4 truck with a few hundred pounds of sand in the bed.
Logging chains for wind socks...I like that Dr. J. I'll have to remember that and use it myself one day.
Early 70's had an International Carryall 4x4 with locking differentials. Unstoppable (at 12 mpg). The Prius isn't the worst vehicle I've driven in those conditions but is close to the top of the list. Worst every was a Chev Corvair van.
Man, are you sure you want to pay off bills that bad? I think you are underpaid for the work, and the danger, you have to endure. I know you are an old hand (literally) at being on the road, but be careful out there. At 90 mph wind velocity, a snowball could do some damage.
The worst thing is having a 40 minute bladder.
Wow, THAT has to get your attention in the Prius...
Not sure what the maximum crosswind component of a Prius is but am sure we exceeded it repeatedly.
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