The Great Buffalo Snowmageddon: A Tall Tale of Measuring Up
So, you heard about the snowstorm that hit Buffalo, New York, and you're curious just how much winter wonderland we were buried in? Buckle up, folks, because this wasn't your average dusting. We're talking epic, snowpocalypse-level amounts!
The Snow Falls Like Tears...of Joy (or Maybe Frustration)?
It all started innocently enough. A few flurries, a light coating on the ground. But then, Lake Erie decided to throw a giant snowball fight at our fair city. The wind howled, the snow piled up, and within days, some neighborhoods were unrecognizable.
Here's the thing about lake-effect snow: it's like a bully with a bottomless bucket of snowballs. It picks on the same areas over and over, dumping ridiculous amounts in a very concentrated zone.
How Deep Does the Rabbit Hole Go? (Spoiler Alert: Really Deep)
Now, you're asking the important question: exactly how much snow did we get? Here's where things get interesting. Depending on where you were in Buffalo, your answer could range from a respectable "a few inches" to a jaw-dropping "enough to build a personal snowman army."
The official measurement at the Buffalo Airport clocked in at a respectable 26.3 inches. But let's be honest, nobody lives at the airport! In the city itself, some areas saw a more manageable 11 inches. However, venture south of downtown, and things get wild. We're talking over 6 FEET of snow in some areas! West Seneca takes the snow crown with a whopping 74.8 inches.
So, What Did You Do With All That Snow?
Well, what else is there to do but embrace the winter wonderland? We dug tunnels, built snow forts that would make Game of Thrones jealous, and perfected the art of the snow angel. There were even reports of people using their snow piles as makeshift drive-thru lanes! (Don't try that at home, folks.)
How to Survive a Buffalo Snowocalypse: A Crash Course
How to measure all that snow? A trusty ruler or yardstick works in a pinch, but a friendly competition with a neighbor using pool noodles can be way more fun (and slightly less accurate).
How to get around? Snowshoes, skis, or a trusty inner tube are your best bets. Forget your car, it's probably buried anyway.
How to stay warm? Layers, my friend, layers! And copious amounts of hot cocoa (with marshmallows, obviously).
How to keep the kids entertained? Snowball fights, sledding adventures, and building the most epic snowman the world has ever seen are all on the table.
How to avoid cabin fever? Board games, movie marathons, and epic snowball fights with your neighbors (socially distanced, of course) are the perfect way to beat the winter blues.
So, there you have it. The next time you hear about a Buffalo snowstorm, you'll be prepared. Just remember, a little bit of snow can be magical, but a whole lot can be an adventure (and a great workout!).
