People panic, my wife went out yesterday to get a few things, and it was like 1 in the afternoon, and the place was already crazy. This went on even before we had Sandy and such, it is expecting the apocalypse or something.In my area, we are expecting somewhere around 6-12 ", and at most that might mean a day or two where you can’t get to the store. I understand some of it is older people, who are concerned about driving in winter storm conditions, but a lot of this was people much younger.
What’s the deal with NO milk left any where? Why would someone buy more milk than they normally need?>>
In 2010, the supply couldn’t get to the stores. Six days later, they had still not been replenished. I have photos of the bare shelves.
No one will die if they don’t have milk, eggs, or bread for a few days. When there is a storm, I just look to make sure I have something to eat. I’ve never been stranded for more than five days. I have way more than five days worth of food in my house.
But then…it’s not going to snow here…this time!
The reports of empty store shelves make me glad I live in the Midwest. I’ve never seen empty shelves here, and we regularly get lots of snow.
I live in the midwest and Ive seen empty shelves
Just came back from the store. What should I say. It was like shopping for Thanksgiving dinner the day before. Parking lots packed, people driving aggressively, bread, milk, and water sections were already empty. The lines in the store were really long. Went to the 2nd store which was okay but busy. Just bought a few things. Did a load of laundry and ran the dishwasher in case we lose electricity. The last heavy storm we had we were stuck at home for 7 days and we managed fine. That time the store shelves were empty because no deliveries were made. What drove dd crazy was when the power went out and she couldn’t use the internet.
The last record of the top 5 snow storms was in 1996 when I was expecting dd.(17.3 inches of snow) I remember being 7 months pregnant and it took me four hours to get home from work. (15 miles on the highway)
The DC/MD/VA corridor doesn’t handle snow and ice well.
I have, however, heard of hardware stores around here running out of snowblowers. I still use a shovel.
And don’t forget gas. Here in suburban Maryland, the gas stations are also crowded, but for good reason. When the power goes out, so do the pumps. Of course, it’s going to be tough using the car even it has a full tank. 
They’ve upgraded the snow totals north and west of DC (me) to 18 to 30 inches.
@Barbalot Gas tank was filled two days ago but even if I want to get out I might not be able to. The news reporters are telling people not to go out during the storm so that the roadways can be plowed. Would rather be safe at home then stuck on the road.
@raclut you mentioned a big storm in 1997. But I was there in 2003, Presidents Day weekend…and there was 30 inches of snow…in the greater DC/MD/VA area. Everything shut down…including the Catholic Church (mass was cancelled on Sunday). It was a huge mess.
Well, six or so hours ago they forecast a 50% chance of < 1 inch. Now, they’re saying 70% chance of 1 to 3 inches. I wish they’d make up their minds.
We have been upgraded again too…but just to snow,showers in the afternoon.
Washington Metro just announced it will be completely closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Where did you see that about Metro? It’s not on their page? DD is staying at work Friday and Saturday nights so might need to take extra clothes. She works at a hotel.
@cap, Here’s a link to the information
http://www.wmata.com/about_metro/news/PressReleaseDetail.cfm?ReleaseID=6029
So,will,they cancel,that basketball game referenced upstream??
@thumper1 I was just going by what was said on the news.
http://www.weather.com/storms/winter/news/east-coast-snowstorm-may-be-historic-2016
I totally missed the Sunday part; I saw “during the blizzard.” I just texted my daughters.
@raclut if you scroll down on that link…the 2003 Presidents’ Day storm is mentioned. And it topped the 1996 record.
Don’t forget to tell your kids to make sure their phones and laptops are fully charged in case power goes out. My D.C.s son is ignoring all my advice; maybe your kids will listen to me.