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Programming and Graphics / Re: The Weather Channel Breaks Records over Christmas Blizzard 2010

« on: December 30, 2010, 10:50:43 AM »

Not sure why this is a surprise or big deal. 

At least in my area there was NO news coverage before the storm. No live updates. Nothing. Everyone was on Christmas break. In fact few networks even had live coverage. Of course TWC is going to win out . TWC gets a lot of views and the sky continues to remain blue.

Wow, I would have to say TWC is in the Top 3 news networks overall, even when there's no major storm.
To TWC, this is just another incentive to continue investing in higher, better quality graphics and technology to bring us the best experience and information.

Ummm top 3 news networks overall? You gotta be kidding me. No way TWC gets the viewers of FOX, CNN, or MSNBC at times without a storm. Perhaps if you add up all of their mobile assets you could make a case

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General Discussion / Re: The Pot Belly Stove

« on: December 29, 2010, 06:06:02 PM »

Yea we are going to hit 58 for New Years! Thats going to be really nice

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Local Forecast / Re: Christmas/Holiday 2010 Playlist

« on: December 29, 2010, 06:04:40 PM »

i think it was a wonderful playlist and it played just long enough and had great music...hope everyone had a merry Christmas and hope you all have a happy new year

I was very happy with it and especially how long it played! Same to you and your family

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General Weather Chat / Re: Christmas Blizzard? 12/24-12/27/10

« on: December 29, 2010, 05:34:58 PM »

I heard that a location in NJ got over 30".  This storm is going to be remembered for a long time.  I really wish the models did a better job forecasting this event as we didn't give nearly enough lead time for such an epic blizzard.

Not that it would have mattered. People would still complain and whine like they are down here. Its not like people were starving either after Christmas. Most local news stations opted not to show weather cut ins on Christmas when the forecast was finalized so they are at fault to imo.

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IntelliStar 2 Discussion / Re: IntelliStar 2 Beta Launch

« on: December 29, 2010, 05:32:41 PM »

The IS2 is getting installed pretty quickly now. Hopefully we'll see a lot more in the coming months.

Your definition and my definition of quickly differ significantly

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Local Forecast / Re: Top (and worst) LF songs/playlists of the year

« on: December 29, 2010, 12:00:34 AM »

I didn't hate any of the playlists nor was I thrilled with any of them. I give this year a "meh" rating.

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General Discussion / Re: The Pot Belly Stove

« on: December 28, 2010, 08:42:08 AM »

OMG, is this real?!

Not likely. I checked surrounding airports and all were reading clear or fair at the time. This is the only obs reporting fog or precip of any kind. Its an error

http://www.weather.gov/data/obhistory/KVDF.html
 

http://radblast-sf.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/radar/WUNIDS_composite_archive?centerlat=27.96789932&centerlon=-82.51804352&radius=124&newmaps=1&type=N0R&type2=TR0&num=24&SD.epoch=1293512400&ED.epoch=1293598799&DELAY=60&delay=20&width=640&height=480

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Everything Else TWC / Re: General TWC Discussion

« on: December 28, 2010, 07:40:39 AM »

Is there a voice condition that makes it sound like someone needs to clear their throat ALL the time? If so Todd Santos definitely has it. It's really annoying that he cant clear his throat.

I know, that's really annoying.

I am glad I wasn't the only one not noticed that.  Don't they have cups of water handy at the desk or are there too many electronics?

I actually think that is how he talks, unfortunately.  I am not a huge fan of Santos' presentations.

But on occasion he sounds just fine! >_< Ah well.

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General Discussion / Re: RIP Teena Marie

« on: December 27, 2010, 08:16:51 PM »

Never even heard of her but that is sad

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General Discussion / Re: Happy Birthday Mike M!

« on: December 27, 2010, 07:44:21 PM »

Happy Birthday! (sorry its late)

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Everything Else TWC / Re: General TWC Discussion

« on: December 27, 2010, 06:07:53 PM »

Is there a voice condition that makes it sound like someone needs to clear their throat ALL the time? If so Todd Santos definitely has it. It's really annoying that he cant clear his throat.

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General Discussion / Re: Observation in GEICO commercial

« on: December 27, 2010, 10:33:50 AM »

Bird in Hand - GEICO Commercial

Kinda i guess

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General Weather Chat / Re: Christmas Blizzard? 12/24-12/27/10

« on: December 27, 2010, 09:06:11 AM »

13-15in being reported from the NWS here. This is the third biggest snowstorm on record. The largest snow in over 20 years. The second snowiest December.

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General Weather Chat / Re: Christmas Blizzard? 12/24-12/27/10

« on: December 26, 2010, 02:23:56 PM »

11in and counting here
A FOOT!

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General Weather Chat / Re: Christmas Blizzard? 12/24-12/27/10

« on: December 26, 2010, 01:33:58 PM »

I am completely jealous of those being affected!  Looks like it's going to be a pretty healthy snow.

I do have a question about the computer models.  I have heard that meteorologists usually pay more attention to the European model during winter, because they can predict where a storm will move more accurately? Is this true?

The EURO *typically* does better than other models in the long term. Its usually improved and updated more often and is privately funded. If you go to AmericanWx you find dozens of mets who regard the EURO very highly. It still can and is wrong but generally gets a good idea of the picture. GFS is ok but seems to have a hard time. Of course no met uses only one model.