Snowfall is winding down now.
By Marie Coyle
@MarieCoyle (53782)
January 25, 2026 2:20pm CST
Winter brings snow here, so of course I am used to it. This was an intense storm. We were not supposed to get what we did for snow totals--some say we got 8 inches, some 9 inches, some 10. I did the yardstick thing off the front porch, it says 9.
Supposed to be very windy and drifting snow starting in about an hour. It's still snowing but should end soon. It's a balmy 10 degrees, and is supposed to be minus 8 for the low tonight.
We are under a no travel warning for our county. The roads are just too bad, the snow hasn't ever stopped, and they are struggling to keep up.
Here's the thing...as long as we have power, it's not so bad. I actually LIKE to stay home. There are days when I wish I could just stay home by choice but life isn't like that. So a few snow days here and there are just fine with me. I am in my fleecy sweats and wool socks and slippers....the blanket is nearby, and the power is on. I know many people don't have those things, I am feeling very fortunate to be warm today.
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@Marilynda1225 (88183)
• United States
4h
We probably have about a foot of snow here which has changed to freezing rain. UGH what a mess but like you I'm happy as long as we have power. My HOA will come and clean up the snow probably tomorrow and I don't have anywhere to be anyway.
Hope the storm is over for you and you can enjoy your inside day. I know how much you must treasure these rare days of being home.
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@Marilynda1225 (88183)
• United States
2h
@MarieCoyle hope they can get it all cleared for your appointment on Tuesday.
Its a mess here and our town roads are still impassable while the crews are busy clearing the highways and major roads. If i had to get out of my community it would be impossible. We're stuck until tomorrow when they're supposed to start our cleanup. Its gonna be one heck of a job for them
@MarieCoyle (53782)
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3h
We are mostly in the blowing and drifting stage now. That makes it more difficult for any travel that’s needed,as well as keeping the road crews very busy trying to scoop drifts. Yes, it’s so nice to be home and not have to drive right now. Appointment for son on Tuesday, but supposed to not have any more snow until Wednesday. That works!!
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@MarieCoyle (53782)
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4h
I have read online of people having absolute fits that their fast food places aren't opened today (bad roads and their workers are struggling to get to work) and they are moaning about having to eat at home. Well, too bad...talk about entitled, doesn't even want to eat at home when there is a no travel order? I just don't understand some people.
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@Fleura (33586)
• United Kingdom
4h
@MarieCoyle Some people don't know they're born, as they say!
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@MarieCoyle (53782)
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2h
@Fleura
And some appear to be so spoiled! Lie it would kill them to actually cook something. Just craziness!
@AmbiePam (111033)
• United States
4h
I’m glad you are able to stay nice and cozy. I’m glad you didn’t get too much ice either since that always takes out the power. My dad just came by, and even though the news says we got ten inches, the plows did such a good job he says it looks good. Of course, I’m super careful so I told him not to come. However, he doesn’t like me telling him what to do so he came anyway. 
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@MarieCoyle (53782)
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2h
I’m glad he came. I am sure you were happy to have a bit of company. Did he bring anything good to eat?
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@AmbiePam (111033)
• United States
2h
@MarieCoyle No, sadly not, but he brought me some sinus medicine I had asked for, and that was a big deal!
@snowy22315 (201831)
• United States
2h
I am wearing my warmest PJ pants and a hoodie. I have animal print booties on too Normally I am all for staying home and cozy with a nice moderate snow storm, but this storm is scary.
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@snowy22315 (201831)
• United States
2h
@MarieCoyle no wind no big cold yet, but some low temps will be starting tomorrow. Normally cold weather doesn't linger here, but this week will be an extreme exception
@MarieCoyle (53782)
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2h
I just hope your power stays on!!
It’s just bitter cold with that big wind going on. Brrrr…
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@kaylachan (82392)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
3h
I'm glad you're safe, warm and still have power where you live.
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@wolfgirl569 (128501)
• Marion, Ohio
2h
Your temperature sounds about the same as ours. We have a level 3 which here means only go in an emergency and essential personal. Like nurses and firefighters. The wind is just strong enough to make some drifts
