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mr_lebowski

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27. Huh ... last time power went out in California, the Governor got recalled and replaced by a B-level
Mon Feb 15, 2021, 11:55 PM
Feb 2021

Republican movie actor.

Also, it was the fault of Texas that our power was out in the first place.

Now people are trying to recall the CA governor again.

And the power is out in Texas.

Hopefully this means Abbott will be recalled next, and a Democrat will take his place.

This is bad. [View all] Laelth Feb 2021 OP
I am so sorry to hear this pandr32 Feb 2021 #1
;-) elleng Feb 2021 #2
Please be careful bottomofthehill Feb 2021 #3
Yes check the tail pipe, make sure it is clear, not filled with snow and ice. Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #8
How would that happen if the car is running? mr_lebowski Feb 2021 #22
Trust me, it does. Snow piles up wnylib Feb 2021 #34
It happens often. The warm exhaust causes condensation and ice to form, but The Velveteen Ocelot Feb 2021 #35
Wishing you well, sending vibes for strength and peace of mind. Yesterday, the high here was MINUS niyad Feb 2021 #4
How long will your gas last in the minivan? Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #5
That is true. 2naSalit Feb 2021 #20
Good advice. Problem with using car is fumes and the gas pumps need power too so short term fix at dutch777 Feb 2021 #21
Where the hell is the National Guard? Why isn't the governor doing something? Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #24
That's what we do here in the north, but wnylib Feb 2021 #41
I agree with your advice. Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #44
I just realized as I read through wnylib Feb 2021 #49
Yes I made the same points in a prior post. Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #51
It must be hell for people not used to wnylib Feb 2021 #57
We had a couple of nights like that this past weekend. calimary Feb 2021 #64
What's behind the energy problems? wnylib Feb 2021 #67
Maybe you just nailed it. calimary Feb 2021 #72
Yes, it all depends on what a region wnylib Feb 2021 #75
I was born and raised in a rural NE Cleveland town right on Lake Erie. llmart Feb 2021 #81
I lived in Westlake for 5 years, wnylib Feb 2021 #90
Great description! llmart Feb 2021 #91
I remember that January when it snowed wnylib Feb 2021 #99
Yes I wondered if they even have gloves, hats, scarves. Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #98
Why the hell dianaredwing Feb 2021 #97
I'm so sorry 😞 I hope you can safely weather this disaster. nt live love laugh Feb 2021 #6
Take care. sop Feb 2021 #7
Stay in touch with DU. nocoincidences Feb 2021 #9
I'm sorry.... JoeOtterbein Feb 2021 #10
That sounds just awful. The Velveteen Ocelot Feb 2021 #11
Yes the extra gloves and socks are important to prevent frostbite. Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #14
Hope there is a car charger for the phone. The Velveteen Ocelot Feb 2021 #16
Right, if the situation becomes more dire, she must call the sheriff. Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #26
I'm sorry I cannot help Deuxcents Feb 2021 #12
If you resort to using a catalytic heater please be careful ! eppur_se_muova Feb 2021 #13
I am so sorry. Ohiogal Feb 2021 #15
is your kitchen stove propane? Kali Feb 2021 #17
Stay in touch. cilla4progress Feb 2021 #18
I said a prayer Joinfortmill Feb 2021 #19
I hope Biden calls out the troops safeinOhio Feb 2021 #23
If FEMA and the NG are not enough, he should consider that option. Irish_Dem Feb 2021 #28
I think the governor has to do that. The Velveteen Ocelot Feb 2021 #29
Couple of days ago... mbusby Feb 2021 #25
Huh ... last time power went out in California, the Governor got recalled and replaced by a B-level mr_lebowski Feb 2021 #27
I am so sorry that you're going through this. yardwork Feb 2021 #30
No shelters are available in the county to my knowledge. Laelth Feb 2021 #95
I'm glad you're ok for now but wow.... I am so sorry. yardwork Feb 2021 #96
What about your neighbors? Mr.Bill Feb 2021 #31
LAELTH monkeyman1 Feb 2021 #32
We were in a situation like this murielm99 Feb 2021 #50
What if you drive west? world wide wally Feb 2021 #33
No. Not good to drive in icy conditions wnylib Feb 2021 #45
Good wishes Laelth. Hope you can find enough eclectic to power you propane heater. Hope some c-rational Feb 2021 #36
if ever there was a need and reward for hugs, this is the time. SleeplessinSoCal Feb 2021 #37
Well, leave yourself at least a quarter tank in that minivan Warpy Feb 2021 #38
I'm so sorry. How can we help get you a kerosene heater or? mzmolly Feb 2021 #39
The County will have emergency shelters open. summer_in_TX Feb 2021 #40
I'm with you. Laelth, please call 9-1-1 and go to a shelter! Remember your phone charger. sprinkleeninow Feb 2021 #46
Call police, fire, ems DENVERPOPS Feb 2021 #48
Are there any public warming stations? Library or school where folks sinkingfeeling Feb 2021 #42
Wishing you well! Buckeye_Democrat Feb 2021 #43
Your situation is REALLY scary - I am so sorry jmbar2 Feb 2021 #47
Someone posted earlier that they used to winter camp, using a coffee can and a candle. Tech Feb 2021 #52
This makes me think of The Long Winter BigmanPigman Feb 2021 #53
Warm and safe vibes sent.... Heartstrings Feb 2021 #54
Wishing you well. When I was a kid we placed newspapers between ourblankets when it got below zero. jalan48 Feb 2021 #55
Candle under a flower pot ca provide some heat Tbear Feb 2021 #56
Amazing how Van Zant survived some of the winters. If I recall right, he roughed it a lot. KY_EnviroGuy Feb 2021 #58
I'm sorry you and your daughter are going through this MustLoveBeagles Feb 2021 #59
I wish I could do or say anything UpInArms Feb 2021 #60
Sweaters and blankets. Stay under the covers. blm Feb 2021 #61
Only know you through your previous posts and I appreciate them Cozmo Feb 2021 #62
You're in our thoughts!!! CaptainTruth Feb 2021 #63
Sorry you're going through this, Laelth Bayard Feb 2021 #65
I am so sorry! Let us know how y'all are doing, please. Solly Mack Feb 2021 #66
I wish you well and am so sorry to read this! Tumbulu Feb 2021 #68
Thinking of you two - hang in there Mersky Feb 2021 #69
This is horrifying! I wish I had some secret survival knowledge to offer, but...alas... BobTheSubgenius Feb 2021 #70
I wish we could all do more for you. Great suggestions in the thread. 58Sunliner Feb 2021 #71
Scary. Exercise can help you warm up and keep blood circulating. Liberty Belle Feb 2021 #73
Wishing you well Laurelin Feb 2021 #74
Layer up on the clothing. Throck Feb 2021 #76
Be well bucolic_frolic Feb 2021 #77
I experienced a similar situation in the mid 80's in Indiana. mac2766 Feb 2021 #78
Are there warming shelters closer to Dallas you could possibly get to? dlk Feb 2021 #79
What I am reading from TX residents on Twitter is all the rich AllyCat Feb 2021 #80
that is absolute bullshit Skittles Feb 2021 #86
its likely because new housing developments drray23 Feb 2021 #88
You and your daughter take care, Laelth. I'm with all the advice above. ancianita Feb 2021 #82
Just read this now. Jay25 Feb 2021 #83
Thanks. This morning's update is here: Laelth Feb 2021 #94
That's good. I'm sorry you guys are going through this. Jay25 Feb 2021 #101
Perhaps you have a manual button to start up the heater? Some models (but I don't know SWBTATTReg Feb 2021 #84
I can assure you the "north Dallas suburbs" are being hit too Skittles Feb 2021 #85
Laelth--please give us an update!! Bayard Feb 2021 #87
This morning's update is here: Laelth Feb 2021 #93
Now Would Be A Good Time J3AC4 Feb 2021 #89
Where's the Red Cross? SpankMe Feb 2021 #92
You should be able to light your stove with a lighter cotdom Feb 2021 #100
Thanks. Laelth Feb 2021 #102
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